Summary
This bone disc was excavated at Cassleden Place in 2003. It was likely part of a toy or 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 disc of bone with a domed top and a hole in centre.
Physical Description
DISC OF BONE WITH 5MM HOLE IN CENTRE AND DOMED TOP.
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Heritage Victoria, Industry Superannuation Property Trust, 03 May 2005
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Context Number
3.387
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Site
Australia, Victoria, H7822-1209, Casselden Place, 50 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
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Object Measurements
20 mm (Width), 5 mm (Height), 20 mm (Outside Diameter)
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