£3,800
From the Collection of Admiral Grindall, an Able Seaman aboard Captain Cook’s Resolution during his second circumnavigation; thence by direct descent through his family
A Kanak sling-shot stone of greenish-grey stone. New Caledonia, 18th Century or earlier. Collected by Admiral Grindall in August 1774 whilst he was an Able Seaman aboard Captain Cook’s Resolution during his second circumnavigation.
Dimensions:
45 mm (L)
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