[Bonetools] Thames Bone Object

[Charlie Dixon]

Interesting, thank you Francois, there is no metal at all - only bone

On Wed, 22 Nov 2023 at 14:32, François POPLIN <francois.poplin at mnhn.fr>
wrote:

> more ovis than deer
> the big part is proximal, the opposite has been drilled for roundig inside
> (=alésage plus que forage)
> (is there copper in that place ?)
>
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> *De: *"Charlie Dixon" <charliedixonillustration at gmail.com>
> *À: *"Mailing list for archaeologists of the research group for the study
> of object and waste of bone, antler. ivory and horn." <
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> *Envoyé: *Mercredi 22 Novembre 2023 14:07:27
> *Objet: *[Bonetools] Thames Bone Object
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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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