Deadeye, 7 Inch
Description
Wooden deadeye - three holes at top going whole way through, indent running around the entire outside rim. ‘7’ mark on base.
Circular blocks are called 'deadeyes' because they look like skulls. Made from either elm or lignum vitae, deadeyes are fitted in pairs and joined together by a rope lanyard. They are used to tighten ropes, as part of a ship's standing rigging; they tension the ropes that support the ship's masts.
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Catalogue Number
INV.162
Classification
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Measurement Display
Diameter: 178mm (7")
Depth: 80mm (3 1/8")
Depth: 80mm (3 1/8")
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