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Ilẹkẹ (Beads)
Handmade set of beads, strung together by a wire, the beads are made of coral and are reddish brown in color, around 2in in length and one each is 1in by .5. These are a type of bead worn during celebrations and other traditional events in the Yoruba…
Vintage 1960s Monarch Blue Hard-shell Suitcase
This artifact is a vintage 1960s Monarch hard-shell suitcase in a mid-sized form. It has a hard and sturdy blue exterior with running white stitches across the front and back. It features two metal latches at the top with small locks and keyholes on…
Baro't Saya
This is a photo of a Filipina family friend wearing a more contemporary version of the national dress of The Philippines known as the baro't saya. A version of the baro't saya existed before Spanish colonization first started in the Philippines in…
AMD Radeon R7 240
The AMD Radeon R7 240 is a small, low-profile graphics card made for basic display and light computer tasks. It became common in budget and office PCs because it used very little power and didn’t need an extra power cable. While not built for heavy…
VAIO PCG-394L
The Vaio VGN-FZ240E PCG-394L, part of the VGN-FZ200 series, ran Windows Vista and was known for its sleek design and for being ahead of its time in multimedia technology. It was designed with a focus on portable entertainment, featuring many…
Nintendo 3DS
A Nintendo 3DS video game console composed of dual LCD screens and an assortment of membrane switches as well as a thumbstick to control various games. The console featured a headphone jack, various sliders that would control volume and 3D effects,…
Mississippi State Cowbell
The Mississippi State cowbell is a handcrafted metal noisemaker traditionally made from a welded steel or iron bell fitted with a wooden or metal handle. Originally adapted from actual livestock cowbells found on farms across Mississippi, the object…
M1917 “Doughboy” Helmet
American World War 1 Helmet of Massa Gustave Adolf Svenson, modeled after the British Brodie Helmet. Consisted of a single piece of stamped 18-gauge manganese steel alloy and a wide brim. The exterior surface is paint mixed with sand, sawdust, or…
iPhone 6s Smartphone
This artifact is an iPhone 6s. It was released by Apple in 2015. The iPhone 6s marked a notable point in smartphone development with features such as 3D Touch, Touch ID, Live Photos, and an improved camera system. Its design reflects Apple’s…
Waltham Pocket Watch
This Waltham pocket watch features a white enamel dial with black Arabic numerals, red five-minute indicators, and a seconds sub-dial positioned at the bottom of the face. The case is gold-toned and includes a looped bow and crown at the top for…