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Polished Ship’s Taffrail Spinner Logs

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Vintage ship’s speed and distance taffrail log spinners. One is hallmarked Negus, MILF, New York, and the letter “S”. the second brass spinner has a blade marked with an anchor and the letters “T”, “W” and Cherub. With original rope and coupling. Very decorative. Weight: 7 LBS both Overall Dimensions: 14” L x 5” Diame 42” L with rope Made: America Material: Brass Date: 1940
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 80711stDibs: LU1741232015282

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