Gem Sifter

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by J. L. Clark Manufacturing Co.

Dateearly 20th century

Mediumtin, steel

Dimensions3 3/4 × 6 1/4 in. (9.5 × 15.9 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Ms. Linda Garcia

Object numberPC1974.86.13

DescriptionGem sifter made of tin and steel resembling a medium-sized bucket. The bottom of the sifter is a thin, wire mesh used to discard sand and other smaller sediments. The rim is slightly flattened, and a metal seem runs vertically across the back of the object and is flanked by two metal buttons near the top. The stamped label on the front reads: "GEM SIFTER / MANUFACTURED BY / J. L. CLARK MANUFACTURING CO. / ROCKFORD, ILL. Heavy rust is present on the rim.

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