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1985.50.1436

Amulet, two curved rodent teeth set in a silver mount so that they curve away from each other. The mount is oval in section, and has a loop on the top for suspension. [EH [OPS move] 23/11/2017]

1985.50.1436

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, two curved rodent teeth set in a silver mount so that they curve away from each other. The mount is oval in section, and has a loop on the top for suspension. [EH [OPS move] 23/11/2017]
Geographical reference
Algeria
Africa > Northern Africa > Algeria
Algiers
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1906
Date collected
1906
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Animal Tooth, Material Silver Metal, Process Carved
Dimensions
Depth: max 6 mm, Width: max 45 mm, Length: max 44 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.1436

Search terms: Religion, Animalia, Ornament, Amulet, Pendant, Animal Part