Brand

AssociationAssociated with Casa San Ysidro

Dateca. 1875

Mediumiron

Dimensions11 3/4 × 2 × 1 3/8 in. (29.8 × 5.1 × 3.5 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Ward Alan and Shirley Jolly Minge.

Object numberPC2005.4.55

DescriptionThis hand-forged branding iron includes a square to rectangular cross section and ends in an iron, "C"-shaped tang for embedding into a handle, while the ending of the tang remains slightly curved. Substantial rusting and possible oxidation is observed throughout the tool, emphasizing its usage over time.

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