married off his daughter

It has numbered notches, a rotating top plate, and no obvious way to attach it to anything. For just two dollars, this brass curiosity from a muddy March flea market turned out to be a hidden piece of agricultural history. If you've ever stumbled upon a mysterious vintage tool and wondered about its purpose, you're not alone. What follows is the story of one such discovery—and the fascinating answer behind it. continued on next page

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