Collection of Objects

A collection of objects in a glass-sided box, described as a composite sacred object in the British Museum catalogue. The box is divided in two; the top half contains three stones; the bottom a collection of cowrie shells, beads and white metal plates and rings.

Further Information

  • Type: Containers, vessels, Religious/ritual equipment, charms
  • Object: Collection of Objects
  • Materials: Glass, Stone, Shell, Metal, Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 120mm [L] x 120mm [W] x 550mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1952
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Church Missionary Society [Collector]
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1952.7.118

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