Rattle

70-9-223A

From: United States of America | Virginia | King William County (Virginia) | Pamunkey Reservation

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 70-9-223A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Pamunkey
Provenience United States of America | Virginia | King William County (Virginia) | Pamunkey Reservation
Culture Area Northeast Culture Area
Section American
Materials Turtle Shell | Skin
Description

Two Pamunkey turtle shell rattles made by Chief Paul Miles. Examples of ancient type. Each dancer used two rattles. Rawhide attached to the shells to form handles.

Height 9.5 cm
Length 14.5 cm
Width 10.2 cm
Credit Line Bequest of Samuel Pennypacker, 1970

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