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Several examples of different designs of Cooper's mallets as seen in Diderot's Encyclopedia |
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Cooper's Mallet
31602t12
circa 1800-1840
Oak handle with ironwood burl striking head.
11 1/2" long, 4" diameter and 3 1/8" high head, unsigned. Three smith made(?) screws attach the handle to the head.
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