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1884.99.5

Iron blade shaped like an spearhead with rounded barbs, used as currency. [El.B 11/04/2011]

1884.99.5

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Collection type
Object
Description
Iron blade shaped like an spearhead with rounded barbs, used as currency. [El.B 11/04/2011]
Long description
Iron blade shaped like an spearhead with rounded barbs, used as currency. With a handle and carrying loop made of twisted plant fibre. [El.B 11/04/2011]
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1884
Date collected
Prior to 1884
Acquisition information
Donated: 1884
Materials and processes
Material Iron Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Twisted, Process Bound
Dimensions
Length: max 405 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1884.99.5

Search terms: Currency, Transport and Travel, Weapon, Spear-head, Carrying Device, Token

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