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York,16-22
Coppergate
Twist auger
12th - 13th century
The
tip has five spirals and tapers to a point. The tang has a wedge-shaped
tip which was set in a wooden handle. A tool used for making holes
in wood.
Dimensions:
L.171mm
Bibliography
:
Morris, C.A., 2000. Craft, Industry and Everyday Life: Wood and
Woodworking in Anglo-Scandinavian and Medieval York, The Archaeology
of York 17/13, 2114, 8193
Ottaway, P. and Rogers, N.S.H., 2002. Craft, Industry and Everyday
Life: Finds from Medieval York, The Archaeology of York 17/15
Location and accession details
:
York Archaeological Trust 1976-81.7, sf1561
(Photo:
S. I. Hill © York Archaeological Trust)
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