Charm
Date1910
Where associated
MediumTin
DimensionsObject/Work: 5 x 25 x 20 mm
ClassificationsReligious/Ritual Equipment
Credit Line12/03/2022 - labelled as being on display, butactually still in box location
Terms
Object numberLDCUM1916.001.068
DescriptionHeart-shaped charm made of tin. It is coloured silver and brown, and decorated with a central shield and swirls around the edge. 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.
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