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Lead line
Lead line

Lead line

Date20th century
Object number00047438
NameLead line
MediumRope, lead, leather, cloth, string
DimensionsOther: 1540 x 220 x 60 mm, 4000 g
ClassificationsTools and equipment
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from the Trustees of the Sydney Training Depot
DescriptionHand-made boat's lead line used for determining the depth of water for safe navigation, consisting of a length of rope with bell-shaped piece of lead attached to the end via a leather loop, with various pieces of coloured cloth, knotted string, wooden toggles and fringed leather attached at various lengths along the rope.History SignificanceThe line is typical of a handmade example, and demonstrates sailing technology and crafts.