Name/Title
Melting PotEntry/Object ID
NU 2022.135Description
A medium sized metal pot. There is a small lip around the rim of the pot, with two half circles attached to the top of the rim with a hole through the center, through which a curved metal handle is attached.Collection
History CollectionCataloged By
registrar@numulosgatos.orgInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
Bottom of potTranscription
5488[unintelligible]Material/Technique
EtchedLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Pot, MeltingNomenclature Class
Glass, Plastics & Clayworking T&ENomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for MaterialsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Object NumberOther Number
1105ADimensions
Height
4 inDiameter
4-3/4 inDimension Notes
Measurements do not include handle.Materials
Material
MetalMaterial Notes
Cast iron, most likelyRelationships
Related Places
Place
Location
New Almaden MinesCity
San JoseRegion
Central CaliforniaContinent
North AmericaGeneral Notes
Note Type
Cataloging NoteNote
Pot was previously housed with a bottle of mercury, and was used in the Almaden Mines - although unlikely, may have mercury residue. Nitrile gloves and a mask recommended for handling.
