Espalier and vine training nails
Identifier
ABP-HBM-3.601
Title
Espalier and vine training nails
Date
May 9, 1891?
Description
2 espalier and vine training nails for walls
good condition
Two nails mounted on board with explanation
8020. Chandler, A. May 9. / Nails; hooks.- The nail or clip is for use for training trees and plants on walls, fences, &c. and for supporting and securing pipes and electric conductors. The nail or hook consists of a strong shank B with a collar C, upon which is casted or pressed the thickened end D' of the head D the bearing face of which is preferably convex. The head is of lead or soft metal so as to be readily bent by the fingers.
Type
Ironmongery
Iron
Physical Dimensions
40 x 40 mm, 35 x 35 mm
Collection
Citation
“Espalier and vine training nails,” Miles Lewis Heritage Building Materials Collection, accessed November 26, 2024, https://omeka.cloud.unimelb.edu.au/mlbh_collection/items/show/276.