Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry

 
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Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry
Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry
Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry
Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry

Valve, Pontoon bridge - Jenkins' Ferry

Object number2001.004.10.1
Datec.1860
Mediumrubber and metal
Dimensions3 9/16 in. (9.1 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum collection
Terms
  • Valve, Bridge
  • Valve, Bridge
DescriptionValve from Steele's pontoon bridge over the Saline River near the Battle site of Jenkins' Ferry. The valve is cylindrical in shape, made of brass-like tarnished metal. At the widest end of the valve is screw threading. The smaller end is a ridged cylinder still partially covered by a degraded black rubber substance.
Status
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