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Butter paddle, 1860-1900

This butter paddle or spade was owned by the McCallister/Mercer family who were early European settlers in Seattle. Paddles like these were used to remove excess liquid from freshly churned butter prior to placement in molds.
ID Number: 1962.2723.7
Date: 1860-1900
Physical Description: 1 Paddle, Butter; wood; 1 in.H x 3.75 in.W x 7.75 in.D
Credit: MOHAI, 1962.2723.7