Model of Smith Hive

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Smith Hive was introduced by W W Smith from Scotland. Used British standard sized frames; top bar was 17" and the frame was 8.5" x 14" in 1875. Smith revised the length & top bar to 15.5". (E G Burtt).

Category 1

  • Material
    Red cedar
  • Size
    H 10.0cm x W 9.0cm (1:5 scale)
  • Origin
    U.K
  • Period
    ca. 1940

Category 2

  • Reference Number
    ECT_06_0B53_035
  • Thematic Catalogue
    6: Frame hives (moveable)
  • Keywords
    Hives, moveable comb, top opening

Category 3

  • Added To Collection
    1953
  • Donor
    David Robb
  • Curator
    Dr. E. Crane