Stonemason's hammer

This hammer head weighs 7lbs (3.2 Kg).   Stone was worked using a range of tools including saws and chisels.  Stone mason's tools have changed very little over the centuries. 
Object no :
DMMI011a; DMMI011b
Collection :
Quarrying
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
length 60mm, width 190mm, depth (max) 55 mm
Materials :
metal, cast iron
Location :
NA
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
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