Sutton Poyntz (click on photograph to bring up bigger/better version).

[Thanks to Shawn Shaw for all the photographs, and to John Willows, consultant curator at the Water Supply Museum, for the extra information.]

Unusual markings on this lead pump at the Water Supply Museum, Sutton Poyntz, Dorset. The pump came from a garden in Osmington, but no more is known of its origin. Note the handle, operating rod and wooden bucket valve also on display, information on which is on a nearby notice board. Markings: A curious moon face symbol, two possible wreath motifs, and a date "1823". Manufacturer: Unk.

At the Water Supply Museum, Sutton Poyntz, Dorset, this galvanised pump was salvaged from a scrapyard in the Surrey area. Markings: None. Manufacturer: Unk.

A semi-rotary in a dusty corner at the Water Supply Museum, Sutton Poyntz, Dorset. Markings: "K5". Manufacturer: Unk.

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