Beater.

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Beaters

Probably mid 19th century

Technical description: Wire with spherical iron head. Wooden handle with brass ferrule. Total mass 54g; head mass 46g (85%).

General usage of type: Possibly intended for use with an anvil effect. It is too heavy and hard for use on most instruments.

R. Parks, 15 or 22 May 1999; A. Myers; C.J. Overton, 12.9.98.

length 183; head diameter 20.

Purchased in 1983 with assistance from the Government's Local Museums Purchase Fund and the University's General Council Trust.

MIMEd ; Ross Collection

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