Pouring ladle

Object Number: 
1945.320
Date: 
1800-1850
Medium: 
Iron
Dimensions: 
Overall: 7 1/2 x 3 7/8 in. ( 19 x 9.8 cm )
Description: 
Iron pouring ladle; small dish with three small legs at bottom and handle at back.
Gallery Label: 
This ladle was used to melt lead for musket ball casting.
Credit Line: 
Gift of Walter S. Poor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group