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1985.54.2692

Amulet; shell, conical in shape with a spiked upper surface. Used to ensure tenants stay in the house. [ASh [OPS move] 20/11/2017]


1985.54.2692

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet; shell, conical in shape with a spiked upper surface. Used to ensure tenants stay in the house. [ASh [OPS move] 20/11/2017]
Geographical reference
Date
Date collected
1930
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Shell
Dimensions
Depth: max 18 mm, Width: max 21 mm, Length: max 35 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.54.2692 Other numbers: A 109964 3

Search terms: Religion, Amulet