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ID:SDV366382
Title:Basing Hammer, Whetstone Mine, Broadhembury, East Devon
Originator:Westcott, A.
Date:2025
Summary:Interpreted as being the head of a basing hammer, used by the miners for carving whetstones. This example is flat, not exhibiting the downward curve of other designs; this, plus the degree of corrosion suggests this is a particularly early design, different to other known examples and not seen in any illustrations from the time.

Associated Images

SDV366382_Image_Basing Hammer
Image of Basing Hammer used for carving whestones.
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SDV366382_Image_Basing Hammer
Image of Basing Hammer used for carving whetstones.
© Yes

Associated Documents

Basing Hammer
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Associated Monuments (1)

MDV49837Whetstone Mine, Broadhembury (Monument)