Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Some Frequently Asked Questions Relating To Our Collection and Historical Information
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Question: How heavy is the Peacock?
Answer: Can't find a reference to its weight
Question: Why didn't the peacock sink?
Answer: Sealed in its crate and it's hollow (probably floated like an iceberg with most of it below the water) and not deep in hold.
Question: When was Eva Carmichael/Tom Pearce born?
Answer: 1859, exact date is not known as Irish birth registration can not be found.
Question: When did Tom Pearce arrive in Australia?
Answer: 26 July 1861, aboard Shalimar from Liverpool
Question: What is the Mahogany ship?
Answer: We don't really know, but . . .
Question: What is the Schomberg Diamond vlaued at?
Answer: Replacement cost is insured for $10,000
Question: Can I take photographs in the Great Circle Gallery?
Answer: Yes, as many as you wish. They can not be reproduced for commercial production.
Question: Can we dive on wrecks today to get our own artefacts?
Answer: You can dive on the wrecks, but not take anything. Access to historic wrecks site in managed to protect them for future generations. Heritage Victoria have published a guide to public access to historic shipwrecks - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS