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Wooden domino. Two types of wood riveted together from 18BC27, Feature 28. The game of dominoes originated in China and made its way to Italy in the early 18th century. Game pieces were often made of ivory and ebony (The Strong). Wooden domino. Two types of wood riveted together from 18BC27, Feature 28. The game of dominoes originated in China and made its way to Italy in the early 18th century. Game pieces were often made of ivory and ebony (The Strong).

Site: 18BC27 Federal Reserve Site

Context: Feature 28, Lot 289

Site Date Range: c. 1770-1930

Materials: Two types of wood and rivet

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Description: Two types of wood riveted together forming the domino.

History: The game of dominoes originated in China and made its way to Italy in the early 18th century. Game pieces were often made of ivory and ebony (The Strong).