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This type of spoon, known as a cochlear, was used for a variety of purposes, including the consumption of snails, shellfish, and eggs. Ten silver examples belonging to the Tivoli Hoard, a service of Roman tableware, are exhibited in the main galleries on the First Floor.
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Title: Bone spoon
Date: 1st century CE
Culture: Roman, Cypriot
Medium: Bone
Dimensions: H.: 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
Classifications: Miscellaneous-Bone, Ivory
Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Object Number: 74.51.5198
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