Porters bee escape
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This was probalbly purchased between 1891 & 1900 and was used by a New Forest beekeeper until the early 1970's. It is rusty and slightly damaged.
Category 1
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MaterialMetal
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SizeOverall L.11.5cm W 4.3cm
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OriginU.K
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Period1891 - 1900
Category 2
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Reference NumberECT_10_0B77_011
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Thematic Catalogue10: Smokers
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KeywordsRemoval of honey
Category 3
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Added To Collection1977
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DonorF. G. Vernon
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CuratorDr. E. Crane