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Summary
Chisels like the one featured here were essential tools in the late 18th century fur trade. Ice chisels were often attached to long wooden handles and used to penetrate through the ice to create holes for fishing or to break open beaver lodges or dams. This one measures 37 cm long.
Tags
grand portage national monument
cook county
minnesota
awl
ax
axe
chisel
firesteel
paddle
spear
tools
ice chisel
ice chisels
one measures
century fur trade
chisels
ice
beaver lodges
national parks gallery
grand portage
Date
1700 - 1799
Location
Source
National Parks Gallery
Link
Copyright info
Public Domain Dedication