Deadeye
Object/Artifact
Artifact LC-85-2-97 is one (1) wooden deadeye. There are many scratches, ships, and cracks within its surface, particularly surrounding the holes.
Deadeyes are used to add tension and help stabilize the standing rigging of a ship.
General Butler 1985 Collection
circa 1870
Deadeye
Rigging
Component, Watercraft
Water Transportation Accessories
Water Transportation Equipment
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects
Archaeological Project Number
LC-85-2-97
Wood