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Vervels

Scope note

Small rings used in falconry to secure a bird to its perch by connecting the strap or jess on the bird's leg with the leash, often made of silver and engraved for identification purposes.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000254465

Broader Terms used

<animal husbandry equipment>

Equivalent Terms used

vervel

Created

13yrs ago

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