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PUMICE, LIPFERT FAMILY

Overview

Roughly teardrop shaped grey pumice stone. A high dome slopes down to the tip. Base flat. Two indentations along sides enable user to obtain a better grip when using the pumice stone to remove hard skin from feet or hands. Often used together with a little soap to aid the smoothing process. From the Lipfert home at 270 York Street

Historical information

Pumice stone was used to remove hard skin or stains from feet or hands.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-1990.270
Item type
Width
40 mm
Height or length
78 mm
Statement of significance

A pumice stone probably owned by a local family, the Lipferts.

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