Barrel Bung Auger

Object/Artifact

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Shaker Historical Society

Name/Title

Barrel Bung Auger

Entry/Object ID

2026.0.11

Description

Tapered barrel bung auger, possibly Shaker, used by coopers to create holes in barrels. Wrought iron with a wood handle.

Category

Tools/Equipment

Acquisition

Accession

2026.0

Provenance

Notes

Owned by donor's parents, Carl and Jenny Withers, who were actively involved in the Shaker Historical Society and were collectors of Shaker goods