qanging (Toggle)
About this object
History of use
A hole is pierced through fleshy part of seal's lower lip. A thong with a handle on one end is passed through hole and the toggle is attached. Points on toggle's ends press into flesh and hold toggle in place, allowing seal to be dragged.
Cultural context
hunting
Physical description
A yellow white crescent-shaped object with rounded ends. Hole drilled in it through which leather thong is looped.
Materials
Date Made
Before 1940
Date Acquired
16 Jan 1985
How Acquired
Donated
Credit Line
Measurements
Overall: 9.2 cm x 2.1 cm x 1.7 cm
Object Number
Na1038