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Circular war drum ('flat' cylinder) comprising wood body with skin membrane at each end. Both membranes with painted wave pattern in black; attached to body with hemispherical-headed metal nails. Metal suspension handle attached to side. Unidentified material loose within. Also drum-stick, made of wood.

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