Port & River — 1900-1935
Sample jar, merino wool sample
Sample of merino wool imported through London's docks from Otago, New Zealand. Merino wool was highly regarded for making sporting wear. It is still highly valued as a soft and warm wool for clothing.
- Category:
- Port & River
- Object ID:
- DK88.116/242
- Object name:
- sample jar, merino wool sample
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- Artist/Maker:
- —
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- Production date:
- 1900-1935
- Material:
glass, paper, merino wool
- Measurements/duration:
- H 117 mm, DM 55 mm
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- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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