Awl

56.21.610

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A small pointed tool, perhaps used for piercing holes. Thick profile and irregular shape tapering to point. Possibly a tool with which holes can be punctured in a variety of materials, or existing holes can be enlarged; or used for sewing heavy materials, such as leather or canvas. Find number not recorded. Excavated by the Egypt Exploration Society in 1926. Acquired by the EES in the division of finds. Donated to the East Anglia Egyptian Society by the EES in recognition of a contribution to the EES (excavation subscription). Donated to Norwich Castle Museum. Purchased from the collections of Norwich Castle Museum in 1956 by Liverpool City Museum (now World Museum).