Mr. Jacob Wheeler

Died May 30, 1773

Buried at Old Rutland

Transcription

In Memory of Mr. Jacob Wheeler who departed this life May ye 30th, 1773, in ye 25th Year of his Age.

Surveyed On
September 17, 2015
Stone Type
slate
Tympanum
face with ornamentation
Border
There is a simple two line plain thin width border that encircles the tympanum while another thin negative depth one encircles the shoulders and tablet.
Remark
The winged head in the tympanum is very detailed and more complete than other examples. The detailing in the wings is significant with two rows of feathers in the outer wing. The lead end of the wing has striations that are uncommon. The face of the youth has cheeks, a slight upturn to the mouth, softer eyes. His hair is combed in three sections, his eyes are wide and appropriately shaped and the nose is proportional.
Physical Status
straight less_than_20_degrees
Buried among fellow family members

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