Spider, miner's

Historical information

Artie Dibbin, local Freeburgh identity, cattle grazier, horseman, miner and larrikin, had an alluvial claim, next to the Great Alpine Road at Freeburgh, called the "Goat's Arse". This candle holder or "spider" was used by Artie in this and other mines, including the Mount Orient.

Significance

Relevant to the gold mining history of the area.

Physical description

Miner's spider made of bent metal.

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