Charm

This 'love' charm come from Aberdeen and was used in the 18th century. It consists of a copper heart pierced with holes, with a larger hole for suspension. The lozenge-shaped pattern of nine holes may have had a ritual significance.

Love charm consisting of a copper heart pierced with holes, from Aberdeenshire, 18th century

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Online ID:	000-100-103-774-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NO 71
Date:	18th century
Material:	Copper
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Subject:	Jewellery: charms, amulets (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Aberdeenshire
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References:	Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 64 (1929-30), p 10
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