Fink Coolamon Platter - Spinal Back - SilverA coolamon is a traditional aboriginal multipurpose vessel used for carrying anything from water, fruit and nuts to babies. Coolamons were also used for winnowing grains in the traditional bread making process and also as a general heating and cooking vessel. They could even be used as an umbrella. Coolamons were carried on the head when travelling any distance or under the arm if used as a cradle. If carried on the head, a ring pad (akartne in