Functional object - Channel Marker - Colour Green, 1955

Historical information

Port and Starboard channel markers are internationally recognised sea markers used in maritime pilotage to indicate the edge of a channel. This Port Phillip West Channel marker was built in 1955 and was run on acetylene, therefore requiring a platform and circular hut rather than the modern buoys or posts. It was painted green as it marked the starboard side of the channel.

Physical description

West Channel Marker, Grimes No. 5
Built 1955
Accetylene powered

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