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James Naysmyth plaque

Commemorative plaque

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The public map records this plaque for James Naysmyth. Its recorded inscription reads: Birthplace of James Nasmyth 1808‒1890, inventor of the steam hammer The home of Alex Nasmyth 1758‒1840, artist

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