Summary
This disc of worked bone was excavated at the Commonwealth Block site between 1988 and 2003. It was probably used in a game.
People living in and visiting Little Lon found many ways to enjoy their leisure time. Tokens and dice attest to gambling and games of strategy; dominoes and possibly mah-jong and Pai Gow were also played.
Physical Description
This is a small, thin, smooth disc of worked bone.
Physical Description
Round piece of bone - unpierced - from from a game board. Smooth and thin.
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Heritage Victoria, Industry Superannuation Property Trust, 03 May 2005
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Context Number
05/15
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Site
[CCS] Australia, Victoria, Commonwealth Block, Melbourne
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Exhibition Collection Management
16 mm (Length), 16 mm (Width), 1 mm (Height)
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