Merino 8ply from Super Sharlea

Merino 8ply

from Super Sharlea
discontinued
DK (11 wpi) ?
79 yards
(72 meters)
40 grams
(1.41 ounces)
21.0 sts
= 4 inches
US 6 - 4.0 mm
100% Wool - Merino
Yarn designed to give a hand spun appearance
Care: Hand Wash Cold
Color: Solid color
Dye: Undyed
Ply: 2-ply
Source of fiber: Australia

Was available in the 1980s. No yardage info given on ball band.

Gauge: 21st x 30 rows to 10cm/4in. on 4mm needles.

Info on label:
Yarn designed to give a handspun appearance.
Grown by Sharlea Society of Australia Ltd, Royal Showgrounds, Ascot Vale, Victoria. Produced by Creative Yarns Pty. Ltd.

Info from flyer:
‘The release of our product should not go without reference to the fact that it contains some fleece from the bales that brought a world record price for Merino Wool.
Super Sharlea comes from wool grown on superfine Saxon Merino sheep who are protected from weather and a harsh environment by being especially housed and cared for.
You will not only enjoy knitting with this beautiful yarn, you will produce a garment so soft that it can be worn next to your skin with great comfort and satisfaction.
Super Sharlea is chemically free and has a feeling of softness and luxury that is unique in hand knitting yarns.
To bring out the full softness of this product we recommend that you hand wash your garment before wearing.’