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Whistle

End-blown, notched whistle carved from a single piece of wood with two "wings" around embouchure hole. There are two fingerholes on the side, and two holes at base for a cloth strap.

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    1850–1946
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    Saffron Walden Museum
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  • Place of production:
    Nigeria
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  • Repository:Saffron Walden Museum
  • Measurements:Height: 290mm