Wire gauge, Hancock, MA

Object ID:

1959.11071.1

Community:

Massachusetts, Hancock

Description

Shop-made wire gauge consisting of a 5/32" thick piece of iron with rounded edges and slots sawn into the edges. The widths of the slots correspond, presumably, to specific gauges of wire. A square hole is cut into the center for hanging. Gauge is uncalibrated.

Massachusetts Hancock

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