Medieval Fire Starter 18th century

McKussic

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Medieval Fire Starter | Coin Details

After a visit by the famous shop “sports direct” I saw something that really amused me, that is a “fire starter” modern version.
After seeing that model I remembered that and I found some medieval models with my metal detector “Garrett my At-Pro Int”.
I guess it goes back to the 18th century and I can not figure out what material they were made, but after oxidation layer i suspect that something as steel or iron alloy stiffer.
The objects were donated to the museum from my city.
 

DCMatt

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You should really post your pictures directly to this forum if you want anyone to see them. Most users will not follow a link to an unknown web site.

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Scrappy

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I agree. I never click any links. I would really like to see a pic on here however!
 

Curious The George

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Not to be too critical but the Medieval period was from the 5 to the 15th century. Something from the 1700's isn't.
 

Charlie P. (NY)

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If it is supposed to be a fire striker they were hardened steel. But I never saw one with multiple parts.
 

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