(Mason. Throwing-sticks.)
Fig. 2. Greenland type of throwing-stick. The specific
characteristics are the broad form; the scanty grooves for thumb and
fingers; the absence of pegs, separate finger grooves, or index
perforation; but the most noteworthy are the two grommets or eyelets to
fit ivory pegs on the harpoon-shaft. The peculiar method of
strengthening the ends with ivory pieces should also be noted. From
Holsteinburg, Greenland, 1884. Catalogue number, 74126.
[Illustration: Fig. 2. Greenland throwing-stick, back and
front.]