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Wooden rope ladder rung
Wooden rope ladder rung

Wooden rope ladder rung

Datebefore 1964
Object number00047432
NameLadder rung
MediumWood
DimensionsOverall: 385 x 28 mm, 200 g
ClassificationsTools and equipment
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from the Trustees of the Sydney Training Depot
DescriptionOf unknown origin, this is a turned wooden rung for use in a rope ladder, consisting of a cylinder with narrow rope grooves near each end and rounded ends.History SignificanceThis rung is typical of sailing ship rigging and equipment, and demonstrates sailing technology and crafts.