1940s Mining Life
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Donkey stone, used for cleaning outside steps and pavements
© National Coal Mining Museum for England (Photo: National Coal Mining Museum for England)
© National Coal Mining Museum for England (Photo: National Coal Mining Museum for England)
In mining communities there was a constant battle against dirt and grime. A donkey stone was a very important weapon for the housewife. It was one of many stones which were used to clean door steps and tiles.