Stone and glass pair of eyes

Stone and glass pair of eyes, possibly votive offerings

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A661042
Materials:
stone and glass
Measurements:
length 53 mm
width 24 mm
depth 15 mm
type:
votive eye

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