1609
Darts were used in conjunction with harpoons for hunting beluga whales. The heads would remain lodged in the animal, allowing hunters to tow their prey, and to further harm the animal. This specific item appears to be a tourist item, as its slate tip and lack of design is inconsistent with most exam...
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| Language: | unknown |
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Mary Church Terrell Main Library
1889
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| Online Access: | http://server15963.contentdm.oclc.org/u?/ocec,6469 |
| Summary: | Darts were used in conjunction with harpoons for hunting beluga whales. The heads would remain lodged in the animal, allowing hunters to tow their prey, and to further harm the animal. This specific item appears to be a tourist item, as its slate tip and lack of design is inconsistent with most examples of authentic darts and harpoons. |
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