Mounted barbed wire

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a wooden board showcasing a collection of vintage barbed wire samples, neatly aligned in rows with small labels beneath each sample indicating their specific types and historical significance. A ruler is placed alongside the board for scale, highlighting the intricate details and varying designs of the barbed wire, reflecting the evolution of fencing technology over time. The board is signed “George E. Horner, Albany, Mo,” suggesting the identity of the collector or creator of this display. Each wire exhibits distinct twisting

The image displays a wooden board showcasing a collection of vintage barbed wire samples, neatly aligned in rows with small labels beneath each sample indicating their specific types and historical significance. A ruler is placed alongside the board for scale, highlighting the intricate details and varying designs of the barbed wire, reflecting the evolution of fencing technology over time. The board is signed “George E. Horner, Albany, Mo,” suggesting the identity of the collector or creator of this display. Each wire exhibits distinct twisting

Name/Title

Mounted barbed wire

Entry/Object ID

2009.3.591

Description

Different types of barbed wires. Some have labels. Some have years from the late 19th century. Mount includes a railroad spike, shackles, and a miscellaneous wire. From Albany Missouri. Mounted by George E. Homan. 19 types of barbed wire, plus 3 extras.

Collection

HISTORY

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Wire, Barbed

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Wire, Barrier

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Barrier Elements

Nomenclature Class

Building Components

Nomenclature Category

Category 01: Built Environment Objects

Dimensions

Height

32 in

Width

24 in

Depth

1/2 in