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Date Created1850-1900
DescriptionThe cherry pitter is a wheeled contraption that removes the seeds of cherries. Cherries were placed into the feeder above as the user continuously spun the bladed wheel. Upon exiting the chute, the...
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionThis harvesting cradle is similar to a scythe, but more efficient. The cradle increased the amount grains one could cut per day and grains could be neatly laid down in rows once it was cut. These...
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionA corn sheller was used to separate kernels of corn from the cob. A cob of corn would be placed on the top. While someone rotated the handle, a blade would spin and separate the kernels.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionA cider press makes cider from apples. Apples would be placed at the top and then someone would rotate its handle, crushing the apples.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionThis tool box would have stored a farmer’s tools in order to transport them more easily.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionThese saws would have been used to cut large logs.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionAlthough the modern shaker maintains a similar cylindrical shape, this predecessor is equipped with a handle.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionThis oyster knife would have been used to shuck oysters. The tip of the knife is pointed so that it can pry open the tightly closed shell, but is dull enough so it won’t cut the oyster’s flesh.
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Date Created1870-1900
DescriptionFood would be placed inside this antique toaster and placed over a stove to heat the food.