Horn thimble. Dark grey object is tubular in shape with a whole piercing centre. Thimble and hole are both wider at bottom and narrow toward top. Exterior is carved with three lines of round, shallow divots, regularly placed. A fine line has been carved around top and bottom edges. Top and bottom sides have been roughly sheared.

• Narrative

  Collected by the donor during trips to Tibet in 1988 and 1990.

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• Type of Item thimble
• Culture Tibetan
• Material yak horn
• Measurements height 2.9 cm, width 3.4 cm, depth 3.6 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Barbara Cook
• Received from Barbara Cook

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• Made in Tibet

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• Collection Date between 1988 and 1990
• Ownership Date before May 30, 2016
• Acquisition Date on May 30, 2016

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• Condition excellent
• Accession Number 3174/0002