 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Description: Planking spike from the wreck of the barque 'Asterope', which went aground on the Hebe Reef on 8 June 1883. Attempts to refloat her failed, and by 13 June the vessel was a total wreck. Format: realia Material: bronze; teak Titles: Planking Spike Subjects: shipwrecks Institution: George Town and District Historical Society Inc. Object number: GTH_PS0132 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by George Town and District Historical Society Inc.. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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