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First Ever 19C Wrought Iron Telegraph Pole Climber
First Ever 19C Wrought Iron Telegraph Pole Climber
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Description
Europe,Circa 1850
Museum label states "Pole climber. Hand made. Used in 1850 in Nova Scotia at time of French cable landing. This climber made by lineman's father, a blacksmith, from the rim of a carriage wheel. It might be the first climber used on the continent of North America."

14" Length,Iron
Condition
Wear as associated with age and use, please refer to photographs.
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First Ever 19C Wrought Iron Telegraph Pole Climber

Estimate $10 - $10,000
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Starting Price $5
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