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Model Steam Engine (Cylinder and Steam Chest Only)

Inventory Number 86957


Item type
Object
Physical material
Metal
Paper
Rope
Dimensions
Height: 86mm Width: 123mm Depth: 158mm Weight: 3100g
Inventory No
86957

Description

Model of cylinder and steam chest from steam engine, both painted red. Cylinder has metal component protruding from side. Raffle ticket '72'. Paper label attached with string 'BQU'. Steam chest(?) consists of two clamps or stands, and a circular disc with six holes around the edge, one of which has a piece of rope through it.