Historical information

Howard Nicols from Flagstaff Hill gave them to John Francis to give to MDC c1999.
A deadeye is an item used in the standing and running rigging of traditional sailing ships. Three holed blocks were called deadeyes as they resembled the skull of a sheep.

Significance

Maritime history and technology tells an important part of Portland's story.

Physical description

Set of 6 deadeyes - flat wooden blocks with holes for the rope system that stabilises the boat's mast. Some old rope which could be original is attached and a metal rod attached to the bottom 3.