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Plate (Sahen)

Plate, mid-20th century AD, Steel, d. 13 cm

This steel plate has a projecting horizontal rim and a rounded body, which tapers to a circle of metal, surrounding a circular base.  It was likely to have been manufactured elsewhere, and imported into the village.  Steel plates, such as this, have a variety of uses in the village, including the service of food at significant cultural events.  They are thus central to the social life of the village.