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Ornament, hollowed bullet shell, possibly the end of a handle
Ornament, hollowed bullet shell, possibly the end of a handle
Object Number 2003.1.2643
Display Title Ornament, hollowed bullet shell, possibly the end of a handle
Descriptions
Object Description Ornament, hollowed bullet shell, possibly the end of a handle
Inventory Description Ornament, hollowed bullet shell, possibly the end of a handle
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Materials Wood, Brass
Dimensions Overall: 2.3 x 2.2 x 2.2 cm (7/8 x 7/8 x 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 2003.1.2643; NOMNO No. ELEY 9

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