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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Game Counters
Object Number
1979-08-2
Description
39 game counter pieces. Round mother of pearl; pierced border; one side has etched scene of two men talking, houses and trees in background - design varies - sometimes men standing, sometimes sitting; also level of sophistication varies of etching. Reverse side has circle in center with landscape scene of houses and trees around it - again desing varies from counter to counter.
Comment
Game counters were used in the 18th century to play the card game loo
Category
Date Made
late 18th century
Dimensions
1 1/4" diameter
Materials
Social Tags (experimental)
