Artifact Number:
1974.077.009
Object:
Fishhook, metal
Makau
Material:
Metal (steel)
Dimensions:
4.00 x 2.62 x 0.28 cm
Origin:
Hawaii, Polynesia
Comments:
This is a barbless steel one-piece fishhook with the shank bent over at the top to act as a loop for fishing line. One of the names for barbless fishhooks is 'omau, which means "to hold steadfast." This fishhook was found in Brigham's house.
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