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A froe, also known as a fromard, is a tool used in many trades as a wedge to split timber lengthways into boards. This particular fromard was used in Chelmsford in the eighteenth century to make oak laths.

1 fromard; wood and metal [iron]; good condition

1700-01-01 - 1799-12-31

Eighteenth century

Wood, Metal, iron

Science Museum (Agent)