Charm
Date1910
Where associated
MediumMetal alloy
DimensionsObject/Work: 25 x 20 x 5 mm
ClassificationsReligious/Ritual Equipment
Credit Line12/03/2022 - Currently on display at SHC in Lovett Case JGB
Terms
Object numberLDCUM1916.001.065
DescriptionGilded metal heart charm, gold in colour. Crudely made from two brass sheets with a bobbled surface. Heart charms were worn commonly in East London to preserve good health or occasionally as love charms. This specimen was obtained from hawkers in Whitechapel at the price of one penny.
On View
Not on viewCollections
