Object number
M.56.5
Title
Bat of Thomas Hearne, 1861-62
Date
1861
Creator
Production notes
Handle: Cobbett
Face: Cobbett (x2)
Material
Size
Length: 87. cm
Length: 34.25 inches
Weight: .915 kg
2 lb 1/4 oz.
Description
Spliced wood handle, sprung with single wood insert. Straight blade, very indistinct swell. Worn toe. Damage to toe and shoulder. Maker’s marks on face and head of handle.
Display caption
Bat of Thomas Hearne, 1861-1862. Used during the first English tour to Australia, 1861-62. Made by Cobbett.
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