Rattle

About this object

History of use

Rattles are used to amuse babies. As children grow older their toys and games reflect adult activities.

Cultural context

Entertainment; children.

Physical description

Hollowed nut baby rattle with attached twenty-four link fine chain. Stones and seeds inside the nut. Chain is attached to the inside by an inserted stick.

 

Categories

Toys & Games

Materials

Nutshell Stone Seed Metal Wood

Date Made

Before 1952

Date Acquired

1 Dec 1986

How Acquired

Donated

Measurements

Overall: 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm

Object Number

Aj136