Goat Bell

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Artifact Overview

Bells fastened around the necks of cows, sheep, or goats have been used for thousands of years. The clanging bells help farmers or herders locate their livestock in large fields or hilly terrain and find those lost in inclement weather.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Bell (Idiophone)

Collection Title

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

71.1.461

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of David M. Gwinn.

Material

Tin (Metal)

Color

Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 3 in
Width: 2.5 in
Length: 1.75 in

Goat Bell