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Catalog Number CAS 0425-0299   CAS 0425-0299; Netting gauge
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Netting gauge
Culture Yurok
Global Region North America
Country USA
State/Prov./Dist. California
County Humboldt, Del Norte
Other Geographic Data unknown
Maker's Name Anthony Riesling
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name N/A
Materials Wood: Manzanita (?)
Description Netting gauge carved from single piece of wood, consisting of a central elongated shaft with an open U-shaped eye at either end; Used for making nets of wild iris fiber; All surfaces are sanded very smooth.
Dimensions (cm) Width = 3.4, Thickness = 1.2, Length = 35.0