Tools and EquipmentRoman1st-4th century CE
Bone Seal Lock
1st-4th century
Description
This seal lock is made up of two rectangular pieces of bone, a rectangular base, and a rectangular lid that could be moved, all joined with a copper stud. There is some green discoloration.
Dimensions
2.74 x 1.86 cm (1 1/16 x 3/4 in.)
Provenance
The Alice Corinne McDaniel Collection, Department of the Classics, Harvard University (before 1970-2012), transfer; to the Harvard Art Museums, 2012.
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