Historical information

Spanners are a common hand tool used to loosen and tighten nuts and bolts.. This spanner, along with a variety of other tools, was donated from a property in Emerald which was used for mixed farming and was owned by C Alexander (although he did not actually live there but leased it out) who bought it in 1920.

Significance

This spanner is emblematic of the diverse skills required of a farmer including the ability to repair their own farming and domestic equipment.

Physical description

Spanner - small - 'Reform'. Chrome vanadium.

Inscriptions & markings

On one side of shaft: ' Reform '
On other side of shaft: ''3/10W British Chrome Vanadium 1/4W'