[Bonetools] Thames Bone Object

[Charlie Dixon]

Oh wow, thanks Renáta, it certainly looks similar to the Polish examples.
That’s definitely something that I didn’t consider!

Many thanks,
Charlie
On Wed, 22 Nov 2023 at 13:38, Renáta Přichystalová <svecova at phil.muni.cz>
wrote:

> Dear Charlie,
>
> this object reminds me very much of the medieval personal small "inkpots"
> made from antler or bone that were used, for example, by monks in
> scriptoriums.
> Here, in the picture, are some finds from Poland.
>
> Best regards
>
> Renáta
>
> *Mgr. Renáta Přichystalová, Ph.D.*
> Researcher
> Department of Archeology and Museology
> Masaryk University
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> Hello all,
>
>
> Thank you for welcoming me into the group!
>
>
> 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!
>
>
> 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.
>
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Charlie
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