Żewġt ibxieqex
Alternate title
- Two Spokeshaves
Manufacturer
W. Marples & Sons
Classification(s)
Object TypeBoqxiex; Spokeshave
Registration NumberMMM 000728.2
DescriptionThe first boqxiex (EEA.0128) features a triple shamrick and the marking W. Marples & Sons. Sheffield England. The second boqxiex contains no manufacture markings and features a rounded blade.InscriptionsInscribed on metal, "W. Marples & Sons Sheffield England".MaterialCast steel, wood and brass
Dimensions447 x 251 cm (blade); 331 x 99 cm (blade) x 125 x 37 cm (blade); 36 x 17 cm (blade)Published ReferencesCaruana, Joseph. (2019). Dizzjunarju ta’ Termini Nawtiċi u Tagħrif Marittimu Lokali/Dictionary of Maltese Nautical Terms & Maritime Themes, Malta: BDL PublishingAlternate ID Numbers
- Register Book Number 804
- HM Object Number 83281
- EEA Norway Grant EEA.0128; EEA.0129
- Inventory Card 9067-8
Public Access
Not on viewMuseumMalta Maritime Museum
Location
- Malta Maritime Museum, Reserve Collection
MMM 001909.5
1930-1970
Tools and Equipment / Maritime Tools and Equipment
