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Shire of Toodyay > Records

BRANDING IRON "1JM'

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c. 1925

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Overview

A corroded metal branding iron without a handle.
The letters of the brand are "1JM"

Historical information

In 1925 1JM was registered to a Jas. L. McDermott, 'Oaklands', Toodyay.
This was James Lewis MacDermott (1884-1962) who also farmed at 'Newgain'. He remained single throughout his life and is buried in Nardie Cemetery.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-37-2001.791

Item type

Metalwork

Themes

Material

Metal

Width

9 cm

Height or length

18 cm

Year

Primary significance criteria

Historic significance

Links to additional resources

https://www.carnamah.com.au/livestock-brands?search=McDermott

Livestock Brands of Western Australia, Carnamah Historical Society & Museum webpage

Last modified

Friday, 24 July, 2026

Completeness

94

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