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Hearst Museum object titled Iidako eggs, accession number 9-22303, described as Iidako eggs (octopus eggs). iidako make their homes in the accompanying octopi traps. Several small red eggs, approximately 30, some stuck together, others loose, and about 14 brownish shells, possibly for eggs.
Hearst Museum object titled Octopus trap, accession number 9-22301, described as Octopus trap of ceramic for catching small octopi known as "iidako". It is of a reddish color and shaped like a jar. Black markings on underside to show ownership and a looped cord for suspension at the closed end.
Hearst Museum object titled Octopus trap, accession number 9-22302, described as Octopus trap, conch shell with hole in smallest end and looped cord through hole. For catching small octopi known as "iidako". Black markings on top of shell to show ownership.

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