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A turbo shell, "Paundra" (turbo). Iridescent, pearl-like surface; used as a wind instrument in religious ceremonies. Said to have been the species of conch used by Bhimasevia, the second of Pandava brothers.
- Date:
pre 1890 (made) - Maker:
Unknown - Collection:
Victoria and Albert Museum - Inventory number:
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India
- Measurements:Height: 3.25 in, Diameter: 5.75 in
- View the original record:http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O82464