[Bonetools] Thames Bone Object

[Hans Christian Küchelmann]

Dear Charlie,

thank you very much for bringing this nice artefact to our attention. 

My first idea was that it might be some kind of needle container, like they are known from medieval Europe. However, the ones I know of do not have a peg to cover the opening (see photos of a replica below), therefore the suggested function as ink container maybe more likely.

Best wishes.

Christian

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> Am 22.11.2023 um 14:07 schrieb Charlie Dixon <charliedixonillustration at gmail.com>:
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> Hello all,
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> Thank you for welcoming me into the group!
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> I’m a licensed mudlark on the River Thames in London. I found this curious bone object on the south bank of the river recently. It’s hollow and after cleaning out some mud and grit, a small carved bone plug came loose. This can be removed and slotted back in easily. I think the dark colour would suggest something at least a couple of hundred years old. If anyone has any ideas on what it might be, please let me know!
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> I’ve attached photos and please see the attached video for a more in-depth look and a demonstration of how the plug fits in place.
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> Many thanks,
> Charlie
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