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STONE IRON FURNACE

Due west stands New Hampshire's sole surviving example of a post-Revolutionary furnace for smelting iron ore. The industry flourished during first half of the 19th century. It produced pig iron and bar iron for farm tools and cast iron ware, including famous "Franconia Stoves."

Located in Franconia village on the east side of NH 18 and 116, about 500 feet south of the junction with NH 117.

Marker Name: Stone Iron Furnace Official Marker Number: 9 Marker Type: Official NH State Marker Location: Franconia Date Marker Established: 1962

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