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Amulet case, probably for bits of the scripture
Amulet case, probably for bits of the scripture
Object Number 33-76-60/317
Display Title Amulet case, probably for bits of the scripture
Descriptions
Inventory Description Reliquary, miniature shrine, metal, sliding door opening, dragon handle, frog
Classification
  • Reliquary
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / Mongolia
Materials Metal, Thread, Dye
Dimensions Overall: 4 x 5 x 2.3 cm (1 9/16 x 1 15/16 x 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 33-76-60/317
Provenance
Collector Owen Lattimore (1929-1933)

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