Auger Bit

Object/Artifact

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Lincoln County Historical Association

Name/Title

Auger Bit

Description

Auger bit, possibly entirely steel. Has fifteen spirals. Designed to be used with a bit brace.

Made/Created

Artist

American, unknown

Time Period

late 19th or early 20th century

Place

Region

Northeast

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Location

scratched onto side at top (which would have been inserted into the bit brace).

Transcription

"4/8" + IV

Translation

4/8th of an inch (one half inch)

Dimensions

Diameter

1.27 cm

Material

Metal (steel)

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good