Culture or time period: Horn of Africa cultures / Loans: S1969-1970 #103: Los Angeles Natural History Museum (April 2, 1970–July 21, 1971) - Hearst Museum Portal Search Results

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Hearst Museum object titled Incense burner, accession number 5-4638, described as Coptic iron incense burner with cross finial, with dangling chains and bells. Made by Amhara silversmiths.

Hearst Museum object titled Iron pan balance, accession number 5-4652, described as Iron pan balance; pans suspended by leather thongs; total ht. 61 cm.

Hearst Museum object titled Sistrum, accession number 5-4636, described as Brass sistrum with wood handle.

Hearst Museum object titled Staff cross, accession number 5-4634, described as Christian brass staff cross; silver washed; Ge’ez inscription telling name of church of origin on both faces. Made by rural smith; carried by boy or priest in procession from church; ornamentation done by punch; inscription done by priest.