Functional object - Gem iron

Historical information

The gem scone iron was used by the donor, A. Fuller

Significance

The gem iron was an essential part of the kitchen when wood stoves were used, and baking biscuits, scones and cakes etc. was part of everyday life. Many of the oven trays were made of cast iron

Physical description

Black cast iron tray with twelve cups welded together for making gem scones

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