This is a metal Barth brand No. 5 railroad jack. The text on the side of the jack reads, "NO. 5/ 6 TON/ Barth". The jack measures 20" (h) x 5" (w) x 13" (d).
Collection
Permanent Collection
Made/Created
Date made
1875 - 1900
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Jack
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Mechanical Devices
Nomenclature Class
Mechanical T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology