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1985.50.86

Square Etruscan clapper bell with lug for suspension. Used as an amulet against the Evil Eye and witches. [CW [OPS move] 19/9/2017]

1985.50.86

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Collection type
Object
Description
Square Etruscan clapper bell with lug for suspension. Used as an amulet against the Evil Eye and witches. [CW [OPS move] 19/9/2017]
Long description
Square Etruscan clapper bell. Of form later used (according to Leland) as amulet against the Evil Eye and witches.
Geographical reference
Italy
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Date / Period
Archaeological period: Etruscan
Date collected
?1904
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Copper Alloy Metal, Material Bronze Metal, Process Cast
Dimensions
Depth: max 35 mm, Width: max 47 mm, Height: max 57 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.86

Search terms: Music, Religion, Musical Instrument, Amulet, Bell