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Gambling pieces (2), made of wood, black laquered surface
Gambling pieces (2), made of wood, black laquered surface
Object Number 973-3-10/52085
Display Title Gambling pieces (2), made of wood, black laquered surface
Descriptions
Object Description Gambling pieces (2). made of wood. black laquered surface.
Inventory Description Toggles or buttons, carved wood, black lacquer, tapered ends, center groove
Classification
  • Tools
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Northwest Coast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 5.6 x 1.6 x 1.6 cm (2 3/16 x 5/8 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 973-3-10/52085a & 973-3-10/52085b
Provenance
Collector Unknown (?)
Donor Unknown (?)

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