It was listed by Opus Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Fleam blades were used for blood letting horses and cows etc. The spiked blade was placed against the animals' flesh. The back of the blade was hit hard with a Fleam Hammer thus making a clean cut.
It measures 26cm h x 5.5cm w
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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Antique Fleam Hammer - Treen
