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1985.54.762.1

Amulet. Acorn, one of two, used for “dates of jealousy”. Larger of the pair used by a boy. For other acorn see [1985.54.762 .2] [SB 07/03/2017]


1985.54.762.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet. Acorn, one of two, used for “dates of jealousy”. Larger of the pair used by a boy. For other acorn see [1985.54.762 .2] [SB 07/03/2017]
Long description
Two acorns [.1 - .2] used for "dates of jealousy". Larger acorn for a boy [.1], the smaller for a girl [.2]. [SB 07/03/2017]
Geographical reference
Date
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Plant Nut
Dimensions
Diameter: max 12 mm, Length: max 32 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.54.762.1 Other numbers: A 109569 31

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