Collection Highlights
Receipted bill, John Vernon to Benjamin White
Date:
1794
Object Number:
MSS.3
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Bits and drills (17)
Object Number:
1947.461s1-17
Date:
1775-1795
Medium:
Iron
Dimensions:
Largest: 8 x 1 in. ( 20.3 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Seventeen drills and bits with various specific-function ends; two have T-bar for hand turning.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, these bits and drills are part of a collection of tools belonging to miniaturist John Ramage.
Credit Line:
Gift of an Anonymous Donor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
