Sailmaking needle, ca. 1990
Contributed by an individual through Maine Historical Society
Item 14547
enlarge
zoom
add to album
Sailmaking needles are made in a variety of sizes. The front half of the needle is triangular and is carefully polished to prevent cutting the fabric threads.
Other Information
- Title: Sailmaking needle, ca. 1990
- Creation Date: circa 1990
- Subject Date: circa 1990
- Town: Camden
- County: Knox
- State: ME
- Media: Steel
- Object Type: Physical Object
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society
489 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822
http://www.mainehistory.org
Cross Reference Searches
LC Subject Headings
Masts and rigging
Sails
Ships--Maintenance and repair
Tools
Sails--Maintenance and repair
Needles
Sewing--Equipment and supplies
Other Keywords
Share what you know about this item
... Or if there's a problem with this page, tell us.
Have a similar item and want it appraised? Check our Note on Appraisals.