Charmstone

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This stone from Wasbister in Orkney was used as a charm in the 18th century. It has a hole for suspension. The markings on the faces and on the two long edges may have had some meaning.

Charmstone with markings and a hole for suspension, from Wasbister, Orkney, 18th century

It was given to the Museum in 1942 by Walter G. Grant of Trumland in Orkney.

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• Online ID: 000-100-103-775-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.NO 77
• Date: 18th century
  
• Material: Stone
  
• Dimensions: 0.17" H x 1.13" L x 0.69" W
  
• What:
• Subject: Jewellery: charms, amulets (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who:
• Where: Scotland, Rousay, Wasbister
  
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• References:
  • Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 76 (1941-2), p 133 
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