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Single strand of barbwire, with coil attachment, top and bottom
Single strand of barbwire, with coil attachment, top and bottom
Object Number 975-6-10/52969B
Display Title Single strand of barbwire, with coil attachment, top and bottom
Descriptions
Object Description A. barbwire, consisting of 2 pieces attached together with coil. b. single strand of barbwire, with coil attachment, top and bottom
Inventory Description Single strand of barbwire, with coil attachment, top and bottom
Classification
  • Wire
Department Archaeological
Date Late 19th Century
Culture
  • Historic Period
  • American
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Norfolk County / Wellesley
Additional Geographic Terms 103 Old Colony Road; home of Peabody Museum Director
Materials Iron
Dimensions Overall: 1.4 x 62.7 x 1 cm (9/16 x 24 11/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975--6-10/52969b

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