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Earplugs

3rd quarter 19th century (made)
Place of origin

Each is the same light sherry colour


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Ear Plug
  • Earplug
Materials and techniques
Amber. Cut, shaped and polished.
Brief description
Burmese amber nga-daung (earplugs), Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885), ca. 3rd quarter 19th century.
Physical description
Each is the same light sherry colour
Dimensions
  • Length: 3.2cm
  • At widest point diameter: 2cm
Style
Object history
Received 1855
Collection
Accession number
03151A/(IS)

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Record createdJanuary 17, 2000
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