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Metal, iron nail
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Object Number 977-64-10/58200.1
Display Title Metal, iron nail
Descriptions
Object Description Hand-wrought nail, 6.2 cm l; Iron nail
Inventory Description Metal, iron nail
Classification
  • Nail
Department Archaeological
Date late 18th century - early 19th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / Canada
North America / United States
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 6.3 x 1.3 x 0.7 cm (2 1/2 x 1/2 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 977-64-10/58200

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