Pick axe_RIM.2012.1740.TAF

General

Object Auto ID

32680

Alternate Codes

objectautoid_sahrisv1_41435

Common Name

Pick axe

Classified Name

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT FOR MATERIALS

Quantity

1.00

Object Description

Pick axe with steel head and wooden handle.

Provenance

The pick axe, as is the case with the spade, was used in a prison environment-not Robben Island- and collected to be used for exhibition/educational purposes.

Description

Material Types

Wood

Colours

Brown

Distinguishing Features

The head is showing signs of minor corrosion which is stable and the handle is slightly stained which may be a result from use.

Inscriptions

None

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Dimension Comments

Total length: 900 mm x Total width : 220 mm

History

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