Amulets

These two amulets, one of tusk and the other of tooth, were found at the site of the neolithic village of Skara Brae in Orkney. They date from between 3500 and 2000 BC.

The amulets are polished smooth. They both have holes allowing them to be hung.

Magic and superstition were an integral part of everyday life. Charms and amulets were commonly carried, although sometimes it is difficult to identify them as such or interpret their symbolism.

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Online ID:	000-100-040-407-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.HA 545
Date:	Between 3500 and 2000 BC
Material:	Deerhorn; curved; perforation at thick end Tusk; curved; perforation at thick end
Dimensions:	66 mm L 88.90 mm L
What:	Pendant Pendant
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Where:	Scotland, Orkney, Skaill, Skara Brae Scotland, Orkney, Skaill, Skara Brae
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Description:	Curved tusk pendant with perforation at the thick end, from Skara Brae Curved antler pendant with perforation at the thick end, from Skara Brae
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