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Whatsits & Thingymejigs

Whatsits & Thingymejigs

Over the years many bizarre and curious objects have made their way into museum collections and although most of them have an easily defined purpose, it may not always be clear at first glance. This gallery shows a selection of the objects from our stores and displays which may cause you to pause and wonder just what they are or what on earth were they for?