Vintage Square Nails

Set of four vintage metal square nails. Perfect for collectors or decor. Vintage square nails about 1900 or so The first one is bronze. Measures 4 inches long The second is 3 inches long The third is 4 inches long The fourth is 4.5 inches long. My grandfather kept everything including old nails. Price is for all These are square nails, also known as cut nails, which were popular before the advent of wire nails in the late 19th century.  Manufacturing: They were made by cutting iron or steel rods, giving them their distinctive square cross-section and flat heads.  Use: Square nails were used for a variety of construction purposes, including framing, flooring, and furniture making.  Dating: The square shape of the nail indicates they were likely made before 1890.