Name/Title
Lead, SoundingEntry/Object ID
2020.001.066Description
Sounding lead plummet. Nautical device used to determine the depth and composition of ocean floor. Octagonal shaped cylinder, solid lead with the #5 stamped on side. One end has an eye with 91" section of cotton cord attached, other end of lead has deep cone shaped depression with many deep grooves inside. These grooves were once filled with tallow or grease to attract samples of ocean floor, when heaved overboard. FIC
