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Details
- Category:
- Motive Power
- Object Number:
- Y1970.59
- Materials:
- cast iron, copper (alloy)
- type:
- steam engine
- taxonomy:
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- furnishing and equipment
- tools & equipment
- engine - power producing equipment
- credit:
- Gift of Mr B. Melland
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