Fish hook
Production date
Mid 19th Century
Country
New Zealand
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Object detail
Description
Register description: Fish Hooks: of shell, bone and wood
Classification
INDIGENOUS CULTURES
MARITIME TECHNOLOGY Fisheries fishing hook
MARITIME TECHNOLOGY Fisheries fishing hook
Maker
Production date
Mid 19th Century
Production place
Measurements
80 L x 12 W x 25 H mm
Media/Materials description
Wood, shell, bone, plant fibre
History and use
This trolling lure (Pa kahawai) from New Zealand dates to the mid-19th century. The shimmering surface of the paua shell was intended to help lure the catch.
The fish hook was acquired by Queensland Museum in 1874.
The fish hook was acquired by Queensland Museum in 1874.
Registration number
E2691.2
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