Crucible tongs
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LicenseCrucible tongs photographed 3/4 view on a white background.
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Blacksmith's crucible tongs used at Gibfield Colliery.
The first pit-head baths in the country were built at Gibfield Colliery in 1913.
Details
- Category:
- Coal Mining
- Collection:
- Lancashire Coal Mining Collection
- Object Number:
- Y2002.19/T15
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
-
1000 mm,
- type:
- tongs
- credit:
- Gift of Salford Museum and Art Gallery
