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Arquebus key. Metal with spear-shaped end.
Given by Miss E. Rothwell in memory of the late W.E. Miller, F.S.A.
Depth: 1.4 cm
Height: 15.2 cm
Width: 4.2 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1940-06-10) by Rothwell, E., Miss
16th Century
1500
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1599
This tool consists of three separate devices; a wheellock key, used to turn the wheel of a wheellock gun to make it ready to fire, a screwdriver and a small flask containing the fine-grain powder for priming a wheellock firearm - it forms the handle of the tool and the powder was dispensed by pressing the button at the top.
Accession number: M.35-1940
Primary reference Number: 19651
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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