Dice box

This wooden dice box dates from the late 18th century.

Waisted cylinder-shaped dice-box turned from light brown wood

Dice were frequently seen in taverns in late 18th century Scotland. Gambling was a favourite tavern recreation.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-689-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NS 132
Date:	Late 18th century
Material:	Wood, light brown
Dimensions:	80 mm H x 40 mm D
What:	Box, dice
Subject:	Sports (NMAS Classification)
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