Amulet

A composite magical object, or charm/amulet. It is made from a number of different parts, including a series of cotton bound parcels adorned with cowrie shells. It also has parts made of animal hide, raffia, wood, feathers, beads and string.

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Further Information

  • Type: Religious/ritual equipment, charms
  • Object: Amulet
  • Materials: Vegetable, organic fibre, Leather, animal skin, Shell, Wood, Textile
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 260mm [L] x 130mm [W] x 100mm[C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1979
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Unknown
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1979.1.395

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