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Catalog Number |
2010.7.14 |
Object Name |
Classifier |
Description |
Seemingly handmade classifier used to sort larger rocks from the smaller sand while gold prospecting. Made thin wood slats bent into a circle and attached with staples. 1/6th inch square wire mesh is secured to the hoop by staples and more wood slats. 3 metal wires strung under the mesh support the mesh. |
Material |
Wood/Metal |
Dimensions |
H-4.5 Dia-17.5 inches |
Collection |
Gold Mining Camp |
Search Terms |
Gold Panning |
Lexicon category |
4: T&E For Materials |
Lexicon sub-category |
Mining & Mineral Harvesting T&E |