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1958.11.70.35

Knife handle with a section of blade still attached. [ASh [OPS move] 28/4/2017]

1958.11.70.35

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Collection type
Object
Description
Knife handle with a section of blade still attached. [ASh [OPS move] 28/4/2017]
Long description
Knife handle with a section of blade still attached. Dark coloured wood handle with metal rivets along the side of the handle, and ends in a tapering point. The blade is made of steel and only partially remains in the handle. This object was found in a bag that was used by a 'sorcerer' and contained numerous associated objects - see records 1958.11.70 .1 - .64 [ASh [OPS move] 28/4/2017]
Cultural groups
Zigula
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1958
Date collected
From 1951-1958
Acquisition information
Donated: 1958
Materials and processes
Material Steel Metal, Material Wood Plant, Process Carved, Process Riveted, Process Forged (Metal)
Dimensions
Depth: max 15 mm, Width: max 26 mm, Length: max 135 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1958.11.70.35

Search terms: Divination Religion, Bag, Weapon, Tool, Divination Accessory, Knife

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