anvil; scythe

Description
A seven inch denglestock or scythe anvil with tool holder. This is a small, portable anvil that can be driven into the top of a stump or fencepost and be used in the field. The name for them in German is a “denglestock”, because the little anvil dangles from the farmer’s belt on a cord.
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Object detail

Department
Measurement type, part and reading
Dimensions:0 - Whole:L 18cm (L 7 1/16")
Accession number
1997-016-016

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