Tailor's shears, Watervliet, NY

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Object ID:

1961.13143.1

Community:

New Hampshire, Canterbury

Description

Forged steel shears with blades tapering to sharp points and wrap-around finger holds.

Notes

Accession information indicates that these may have been made by the Watervliet, NY, Shakers, where it is believed scissors were made.

New Hampshire Canterbury Church Family

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