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Clay Pipes – Historic

Clay Pipes Clay pipes, often called kaolin pipes, are common at historic sites. Some are plain, while others have decorations that help in determining age or possible manufacturer. Decorations or inscriptions can be on the bowls or stems. These examples are from a site in Crawford County, Wisconsin.

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