Ice Fork

ice fork

Five-pronged metal ice fork used in the process of ice harvesting, likely from the 19th century. Most likely for splitting or maneuvering based on the number of prongs. Found in Doug Butlers office 11 July 2022 with tag that reads “To: Bill Peterson / Fr: Joe Savage / via D’Estang / Joe Savage / Blackrock Boatyard / Brewster St. / Blackrock, / CT, 06605”. Overall fair condition; tool shows signs of oxidation and limescale across the entire object. Overall: 34 1/4 x 5 7/8 x 1 1/2 in.