Flax mashing maul

Object/Artifact

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Jefferson County Museum

Name/Title

Flax mashing maul

Entry/Object ID

1734

Description

This all wood piece was probably used to mash flax. One side of the head has one edge to break the flax and the other side has four. The handle is a separate piece driven and wedged into the head. The end of the handle is round like a ball.

Acquisition

Accession

353

Source or Donor

Grantham, William White, Jr.

Acquisition Method

Gift

Material

Wood