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Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2011.465.24  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Tool Maker's Hammer with Magnifying Glass
Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2011.465.24 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Tool Maker's Hammer with Magnifying Glass

Original Owner (American, 1926 - 2009)
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x depth): 7 1/8 x 2 3/8in. (18.1 x 6cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionMetal toolmaker's hammer with magnifying glass in head. One side of head has a flat hammer and the other side has ball peen hammer.
Object number2011.465.24
On View
Not on view
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