iron chain, First half 20th century

Historical information

This was probably used on a farming property and would have been attached to various horse-drawn farm implements and machinery.

Significance

Horses were a vital part of the agricultural industry in Orbost before the mechanisation of farm machinery. This item is associated with that time.

Physical description

A heavy iron chain for attaching to a horse drawn implement. It has a strong hook at one end and a large ring at the other. It has several ring attachments and straps which have been added with wiring.

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