Subject: need history lesson

From: [email-masked] (wayne bednersh)
Date: Sun, 14 Aug 1994 20:58:51 GMT

Does anyone know when the metal spinning lathe was first invented.
I collect historical silver objects, some of which have twisted
stems etc. I need help in dating these items, and one of things
unknown to me is the approximate decade when silvermakers started
using this device.
any history you have on silver working would be helpful
thank you
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Wayne Bednersh