Date:1800 - 1899 (c.)
Description:One of the many and varied designs of mouse trap. This 'drop weight' mousetrap is made from elm. The two wooden blocks would be balanced above some bait. When the mice eat the bait, the blocks fall down on top of them. 19th century 275mm x 130mm x 253mm
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One of the many and varied designs of mouse trap. This 'drop weight' mousetrap is made from elm. The ...
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Source: Warwickshire County Museums
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