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Handcrafted Red and Black Buster Sword
This artifact is a large, handcrafted fantasy sword modeled in an exaggerated style common to video game and anime weapon design specifically the buster sword from Final Fantasy which Cloud the main character uses frequently. The blade features a…
Hart and Hertel Cigar Press
Vintage cigar press made of softwood on the outside and copper beech on the lower layer with hornbeam in the area of the sharp edges on the upper layer. This particular press was No. 9059. The wood is stamped with a “6” and the letters “D.R.G.I.” and…
Hello Kitty Tamagotchi
The Hello Kitty Tamagotchi is a limited-edition version of the classic virtual pet toy, featuring Sanrio’s beloved Hello Kitty. Players care for their digital pet by feeding, cleaning, and playing mini-games. This battery-powered device is a small,…
Homemade Pinhole Camera
This artifact is a homemade pinhole film camera designed to capture images using light exposure through a small aperture. It is constructed from a lightproof box and functions without a traditional lens, relying instead on a tiny pinhole to project…
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…
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…
Jimmy Buffett 2007 Bama Breeze Tour Shirt
A t-shirt from Jimmy Buffett's 2007 Bama Breeze tour. On this tour he played lots of covers as well as his fans favorite songs. It is an orange shirt with a sun-faded look. The shirt looks worn with a relaxed fit. The front shows an image of a…
Kenyan Beaded Bracelet Representing the National Flag
This handcrafted Kenyan beaded wristband, featuring the country’s flag colors: black, red, green, and white, is a testament to Kenya’s rich heritage. The tight weave of tiny plastic beads forms a solid circle, symbolizing pride, unity, and cultural…
Kodak Junior Six-20
The Kodak Junior Six-20 is a folding film camera estimated to have been manufactured in the 1930s. To operate it, users need to use a lever that allows the lens to protrude into its taking position. Looking closely at the lens, one will find the text…
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…