sponge diver with sponges

sponge diver with sponges

Tarpon Springs, Greek community, man helps sponge diver remove helmet

A Greek diver returns to the surface holding a net bag of sponges that he harvested and the sponge hook that he used, 1936. There are dozens of types of sponges in the Gulf, but only a few are commercially viable. Divers must be able to identify and harvest those that will sell. The most desirable are Rock Island wool, Hudson grass, and yellow sponges. Finger and vase sponges are also sought as decorative items.

Burgert Brothers

Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System

1936

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