 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): home made Date: 1980 - Description: Light weight cray fish pot made out of ti-tree and bound together with wire. The metal used in the construction of the base determines the weight of the pot. Light weight pots are used on the East Coast of Tasmania and heavy weight pots are used on the West Coast. The general conditions of the sea in the area determines where the pots are used. Format: Realia Object: fish traps Material: wooden; metal Titles: Cray Pot - Light Weight Subjects: fishing industry equipment; fishing industry; lobsters & crayfish Places: North West Tasmania Institution: Circular Head Heritage Centre Object number: CHH_00023 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Circular Head Heritage Centre. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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