Why was this rotting anchor on the Camber quay? '“ Nostalgia

In this pre-1924 photograph of the Camber, Old Portsmouth, from John Hart we see children posing with a rotting anchor. Most are barefoot and those that are shod appear to be wearing boots.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Nov 2018, 16:05 BST
Updated 12th Nov 2018, 13:47 BST
A pre-1924 view across the Camber area of Old Portsmouth with the former Camber Bridge on the left. It was demolished in 1924. Picture: John Hart Collection.A pre-1924 view across the Camber area of Old Portsmouth with the former Camber Bridge on the left. It was demolished in 1924. Picture: John Hart Collection.
A pre-1924 view across the Camber area of Old Portsmouth with the former Camber Bridge on the left. It was demolished in 1924. Picture: John Hart Collection.

The Camber bridge, on the extreme left, was demolished in 1924 so the entrance to the inner Camber could be widened.

I'd like to know more about the anchor. Was it made with just one arm and fluke or has the other arm broken off at the crown? 

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