Linecasting Slug

PART OF:: Whittaker Linecaster Collection

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A linecasting slug.

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Category:: Printing & Writing

Object Number:: Y1990.104.87

Materials:: lead (metal)

Measurements:: overall: 3 mm x 69 mm x 24 mm,

type:: slug composition

credit:: Gift of M.H. Whittaker & Son

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Linecasting Slug

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