List of Objects

Telling a history of our world through objects

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  1. Peace Train boards Peace Train boards The Peace Train formed in 1989 in response to the IRA's periodic blowing up of the Belfast/Dublin railway line. It ... Contributed by Museum
  2. Diaries of Private Stanley Harrison Diaries of Private Stanley Harrison Harrison's diary tells of how one ordinary soldier found himself at the end of the 1st World War on a boat to Russia. It ... Contributed by Individual
  3. Short Cross Silver Penny (King John) Short Cross Silver Penny (King John) This penny was minted by Gileberd in Exeter during the reign of King John, but it shows the portrait of his father Henry ... Contributed by Individual
  4. Glasgow Shakspere Soriety Card Glasgow Shakspere Soriety Card Entertainment has always played an important part in history and here is an example of a 1852 Glasgow Shakspere Soriety ... Contributed by Individual
  5. Teaching chart of snail anatomy Teaching chart of snail anatomy The University of Dundee's Zoology Museum was founded by D'Arcy Thompson, Professor of Biology for over 32 years between ... Contributed by Museum
  6. Victorian Groats Victorian Groats Brought in by Tom and Joseph these Victorian Groats (Four-pence)belonged to their great, great Grandma; Alice Hall. It ... Contributed by Individual
  7. WW1 silk postcard WW1 silk postcard During WW1 silk postcards and handkerchiefs were bought as souvenirs by soldiers who were serving on the Western Front. ... Contributed by Individual
  8. 1959 Boy Scouts Pendant 1959 Boy Scouts Pendant A 1959 Scouting Pendant. Scouting, also known as the Scout Movement, is a worldwide youth movement which began in 1907 ... Contributed by Individual
  9. 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Tin 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Tin A 1953 Biscuit Tin celebrating the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.Property of Robert Pool Contributed by Individual
  10. Officers Lapel Badge US Army Officers Lapel Badge US Army This badge is the smallest symbol of the American war effort. It represents the 'new world' saving the 'old world.' It ... Contributed by Individual
  11. Viking Trefoil Broach Viking Trefoil Broach This broach came from Scandanavia. It could have been a familt heirloom. It was found by a metal detector in Wiltshire. ... Contributed by Individual
  12. Silver seal top spoon Silver seal top spoon Bought 40 years ago at an antique auction in Salisbury. Belonged to a well off person as it's an eating spoon but was ... Contributed by Individual
  13. Framed Illuminated Scroll Framed Illuminated Scroll On October 12 2008 the town of Wootton Bassett in Wiltshire was honoured with an Appreciation Day Parade organised by ... Contributed by Individual
  14. Spinning Wheel Spinning Wheel This is an English spinning wheel in the Flemish style. Spinning formed an important part of the Lakeland economy and ... Contributed by Museum
  15. James Nasmyth - Burns at Roslin James Nasmyth - Burns at Roslin James Nasmyth was a Scottish landscape painter and was also involved with the development of the steam engine. In ... Contributed by Museum
  16. Columbian Printing Press Columbian Printing Press Although the Columbian press was designed in America, this one was built under license in 1853 and sold by Harrold & ... Contributed by Museum
  17. Arthur Ransome's Typewriter Arthur Ransome's Typewriter This is a Remington Home Portable Typewriter which belonged to Arthur Ransome, the author of Swallows and Amazons. As ... Contributed by Museum
  18. Joyce W Cairns RSA - Polish Journey Joyce W Cairns RSA - Polish Journey Joyce Cairns’ family was inescapably shaped by the Second World War. This work was realised from a travel bursary that ... Contributed by Museum
  19. The Magna Carta The Magna Carta Magna Carta, sealed by King John in 1215, was to form the basis for English law and legal systems all over the world. Contributed by Museum
  20. Title of Izaak Waltons Compleat Angler. Title of Izaak Waltons Compleat Angler. A book which was first published in 1653, at a time of civil upheaval; theme is Angling, poetry, religion, it has become ... Contributed by Museum
  21. The Spice Jar The Spice Jar The spice jar conjures up tales of merchants travelling the spice routes bringing their valuable goods to enhance the ... Contributed by Museum
  22. X-Ray Protection Mask X-Ray Protection Mask These goggles were worn by x-ray pioneer George Pirie, who began experimenting at Dundee Royal Infirmary within months ... Contributed by Museum
  23. Celtic Mathematical Mount Celtic Mathematical Mount This pre-Roman Celtic Mount displays British mastery of geometry and mathematics as well as bronze-making technology. ... Contributed by Individual
  24. A WW1 Autograph Book A WW1 Autograph Book This is one of the 'autograph books' that belonged to my Auntie Lizzie. She was born in Currin in County Fermanagh but ... Contributed by Individual
  25. Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift This gift box is like thousands sent to First World War soldiers serving in France or Belgium on Christmas Day 1914. It ... Contributed by Museum
  26. Bronze Horns Bronze Horns These beautiful horns were played by people living in the Ballymoney area 2,500 years ago. They are among the most ... Contributed by Museum
  27. Periscope Periscope These days periscopes are generally used for fun - if you are watching a big parade or taking part in an event when you ... Contributed by Museum
  28. Donor Panel in Stained Glass Window Donor Panel in Stained Glass Window The Reverend John Walker paid for the east window of Holy Trinity church in 1470. As was customary during the Middle ... Contributed by Museum
  29. Dart Dart This small dart served a lethal purpose. It dates back to the early days of aerial combat. During the First World War, ... Contributed by Museum
  30. Trench Art Trench Art This pepper pot is a piece of trench art which was made by a soldier in World War One, serving in France. The pot is ... Contributed by Museum
  31. Spice Tower Spice Tower The spice tower conjures up tales of merchants travelling the spice routes bringing valuable goods to enhance the food ... Contributed by Museum
  32. Burgonet Helmet, early 17thC Burgonet Helmet, early 17thC Dating from the early 17th century, this helmet is of the type made in England and the low countries, though has ... Contributed by Museum
  33. Pewter Mug Pewter Mug Drinking vessels and general tableware would often be made of pewter. This was a common material before porcelain was ... Contributed by Museum
  34. De Holme Family Arms on Stone Shield De Holme Family Arms on Stone Shield The De Holme family arms is carved onto a shield and positioned on the jamb of the arch to the De Holme private chantry ... Contributed by Museum
  35. Grave Stone With Rebus Grave Stone With Rebus A rebus is an artistic device in which the name of the object depicted stands for the sound of words or syllables. It ... Contributed by Museum
  36. St. George Depicted in Stained Glass St. George Depicted in Stained Glass St. George, the patron saint of England, is shown in the east window of Holy Trinity church, paid for by the vicar here ... Contributed by Museum
  37. Roman Tombstone of Vedica Roman Tombstone of Vedica A Roman Tombstone carved with the image of a native British Celtic woman from the Cornovian tribal area near Shropshire Contributed by Museum
  38. Armorial Shield With Three Lions Emblem Armorial Shield With Three Lions Emblem The three lions are the emblem of England. William the Conqueror used two lions on a red background as his coat of arms ... Contributed by Museum
  39. Nineteenth Century Banknote Nineteenth Century Banknote There have been banknotes circulating in Scotland for over 300 years. This note was issued by the East Lothian Banking ... Contributed by Museum
  40. Swiss army knife Swiss army knife The swiss army knife was an adaption of the classic folding knife, made for the Swiss army as a substitute from the ... Contributed by Individual
  41. Lead bullets Lead bullets Lead bullets, probably made during the siege of Aberystwyth Castle during the Civil war, in about 1645. Contributed by Museum
  42. Mail-order catalogue from Pryce-Jones Mail-order catalogue from Pryce-Jones Although this is a fairly modern catalogue it shows the type of clothes traditionally sold by the Pryce Jones Company. Contributed by Museum
  43. Viking coin of Cnut Viking coin of Cnut The Cuerdale Hoard is the largest and most important Viking coin hoard found in Britain. It was discovered on15th May ... Contributed by Museum
  44. Inro and Netsuke Inro and Netsuke Inro and netsuke are men’s accessories which date from the Edo period of Japan (1603–1867). An inro was a portable case ... Contributed by Museum
  45. Horn Beakers Horn Beakers These drinking beakers are made of horn-probably antler horn which was a readily available material for tableware. There ... Contributed by Museum
  46. Stuffed 2 headed calf Stuffed 2 headed calf Hereford cattle have been exported all over the world. According to folklore, examples such as this occur because ... Contributed by Museum
  47. Elizabethan Quiver Elizabethan Quiver This late 16th century Elizabethan quiver is made of wood reinforced with riveted metal strips. 7750mm long by 112.5mm ... Contributed by Museum
  48. Reg Boulton's Madley Satellite image Reg Boulton's Madley Satellite image This is a print made by Reg Boulton showing the Madley satellite terminal. Satellites are used for communication around ... Contributed by Museum
  49. Roman Mosaic Roman Mosaic Wealthy Romans'villa-farms and town houses had mosaic flooring in important rooms. Two complete mosaics, found during ... Contributed by Museum
  50. Mummy with artificial hand Mummy with artificial hand The exact origin of this mummy and painted wooden coffin are unknown. The style of decoration suggests they are almost ... Contributed by Museum