Historical information

Purchased by Glenelg Shire from Kurtze's Museum.
The Casino commenced West Coast Trade in 1882 after being purchased by the Belfast and Koroit Steam Navigation
Co. The Casino came to an end in 10.7.1932 when it rolled over and sank at Apollo Bay. Casino built at Dundee
Scotland 425 reg. tons.

Physical description

Life buoy, circular ring, canvas covered cork, rope loop fixed to 4 points on the outside edge. Painted white
"SS CASINO" and "PORT FAIRY" lettered in black. 2 images of flags painted opposite sides of the 'front' of buoy.
Ex SS CASINO wrecked 10.7.1932.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: 'SS Casino' 'Port Fairy'
Back: -