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Tools > nail
Finder: 
Frankytown
Find ID: 
VT-IE664C5U
Published: 
12.10.2024
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Weight: 
26,0 g
Length: 
55,0 mm
Width: 
22,0 mm
Detector find: 
Yes
Country: 
Germany
County: 
Region Hannover
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Rear / Uncleaned

 

 

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Markus Wehmer   12.10.2024
In Einbeck we have known these nails since the 16th century from the fastening of wall or roof hangings made of sandstone slabs. Iron nails corrode, the rust then bursts the sandstone, the slabs break apart and fall down. Those who could afford it therefore used copper nails for longer durability.
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