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Sacred objects

Scope note

Use broadly for ceremonial objects that retain their sacredness in their present context. Sometimes defined more narrowly as only those needed by a present-day culture to practice their religion.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000234190

Broader Terms used

ceremonial objects

Equivalent Terms used

sacred object

Created

13yrs ago

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