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Bullet Currency (Baht), date unknown Thailand Silver; 9/16 in. 2019.22.90 Anonymous Gift
Bullet Currency (Baht)
Bullet Currency (Baht), date unknown Thailand Silver; 9/16 in. 2019.22.90 Anonymous Gift
Bullet Currency (Baht), date unknown Thailand Silver; 9/16 in. 2019.22.90 Anonymous Gift

Bullet Currency (Baht)

ClassificationsArms and Armor-bullets and ammunition
Made AtThailand, Asia
MediumSIlver
Dimensions9/16 in. (1.5 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number2019.22.90
DescriptionSpent bullet converted into use as currency, from Thailand.
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