Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Tools and Equipment (hierarchy name)
5. equipment
6. [equipment by process]
7. prying tools

Anotations

Scope note:

Small tools used for the removal of staples from materials such as paper or upholstery. These are of two basic designs, either a single wedge used as a lever, or a hinged pincer device with teeth that grasp the staple and pull it out.