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Mrs Pott's Iron
c. 1890Subcollections
Overview
A metal oval shaped iron with curved ridges on the top of the iron. The handle is wooden in a half circle shape with a metal crossbar and wooden knob which when pulled up releases the clip underneath which holds the handle to the iron.
Historical information
The iron was heated up on a hot stove and then used to iron clothes. The handle is removable and would fit other sixed irons.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS1987.21
Item type
Clothes Irons
Material
Iron
Wood
Width
16.8000 cm
Height or length
11.8000 cm
Depth
9.2000 cm
Inscriptions and markings
On the top of the iron embossed on one side is "MRS POTT'S" and on the other side is "IRON". Underneath the handle is embossed "No 1"
Year
Public location
Last modified
Tuesday, 5 May, 2026
Completeness
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
Attribution requirements
Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.
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