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1985.50.320

Amulet, in the form of a bracelet made from twisted with two flat terminals. To be worn by an infant as a protection against the Evil Eye. [CW [OPS move] 8/9/2017]

1985.50.320

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, in the form of a bracelet made from twisted with two flat terminals. To be worn by an infant as a protection against the Evil Eye. [CW [OPS move] 8/9/2017]
Geographical reference
Italy
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Florence Firenze
Cultural groups
Italian
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1919
Date collected
1919
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Metal Wire, Process Twisted
Dimensions
Diameter: max 57 mm, Height: max 5 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.320

Search terms: Ornament, Religion, Arm Ornament, Amulet

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