Luck-Charm

Date1850-1916

MediumCork, metal, silk

DimensionsObject/Work: 130 x 50 x 25 mm

ClassificationsReligious/Ritual Equipment

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Object numberLDCUM1916.001.034

DescriptionMiniature broom with a yellow-green silk ribbon wrapped around the handle and tied in a bow. The broom handle is a big nail, while the base of the broom is half a cork covered in silk ribbon and inserted with nails. It was probably regarded as a pincusion as well as a charm; it was hung on the wall for good luck. Collected in South London.

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