Connecticut Millstone

By czimborbryan, 3 September, 2010
Description

The millstone was found at a newly purchased property in Deep River, CT. It was propped against a tree trunk.

The millstone is 3" thick and 20" wide with a square center hole 2 7/16" wide. There is either a 77 or LL etched on the face. Hardware was included, an iron spindle.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
stone
Distinguishing marks
etched 77 or LL on face; concentric grooves on both faces; circular indented erosion with iron residue around center; includes iron spindle type hardware; the outer edge has some chips
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
3" thick X 20" wide; center square hole 2 7/16"
Date Period
unknown
Weight
approx. 60 pounds
History
Found on newly purchased property in Deep River, CT; propped against tree trunk; the mill has a small iron spindle type hardware
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For Sale?
No
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