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Methodist Church Pins and Medals, 1952-1972

Pins and medals designating Church rank, worn by Newell Snow Booth at various conferences of the Methodist Episcopal Church from 1952 to 1972.

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Medal, Religion and Spirituality

Format: Currency/Medallions

Bathing Suit, c.1960

Women’s red bathing suit worn by Barbara Price Vandegrift (Class of 1963) during mandatory swim class.

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Bathing Suit, Physical Education

Format: Clothing

Bathing Suit, c.1960

Women’s green bathing suit worn by Marjorie Lawn Gazzola, a member of the Class of 1961, for her mandatory swim classes at Dickinson.

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Bathing Suit

Format: Clothing

Bronze Statue of Tara, c.1960

A bronze statue of Tara, the Buddhist female embodiment of compassion. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Wooden Statue of Ganesha, c.1960

A carved wooden statue of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles. A sticker on the back reads "Dr. & Mrs. Edgar Miller Liverpool, Pennsylvania". This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923...

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Devotional Water Pot, c.1960

A metal devotional water pot used for daily prayers with Montra inscribed on the side. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

Metal Statue of Ganesha, c.1960

A metla statue of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal, Statue

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Astrological Wall Hanging, c.1960

A copper astrological wall hanging with astrological symbols including hexagrams, zodiac signs, lotus petals, Montra, and Yama (the symbol of death). This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of...

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Wooden Statue of Mahakala, c.1960

A carved wooden statue of Mahakala, the Fierce Protector. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Ceremonial Drum, c.1960

A ceremonial drum with a blue body and white straps. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

Copper Pitcher, c.1960

A copper pitcher with lid used for purification. The decorative symbols include a dragon, sun signs, an eternal knot, and swastika. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923...

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Makra, c.1960

A bronze state of Makra, possessing features of differents animals. This represents the reconciliation of opposites. Inscription on the bottom inludes, "E.B.Miller" and "N.S.D.T." This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and...

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Decorative Candle Holder, c.1960

A decorative candle holder. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal, Candlesticks

Format: Miscellaneous

Ceremonial Bell, c.1960

A ceremonial bell, made of brass, used to awaken the deities. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

Devotional Water Pot (No Inscription), c.1960

A devotional water pot used for daily prayer. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Woman with Child, c.1960

A bronze statue of a woman with a child. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Wooden Hukka Pipe, c.1960

A wooden hukka pipe with a string attached. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal, Pipes

Format: Miscellaneous

Metal Statue of Vajarasattva, c.1960

A metal statue of Vajarasattva, the culmination of all the positive qualities of Buddha. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Small Ceremonial Bell, c.1960

A small brass ceremonial bell used to awaken the deities. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal, Bell

Format: Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Buddha, c.1960

A bronze statue of Buddha seated in the Earth Witness pose. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Tara, c.1960

A bronze statue of Tara, the Buddhist female embodiment of compassion. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Makra, c.1960

A bronze statue of Makra, possessing features of different animals, representing the reconciliation of opposites. There is an inscription around the base that reads "E.R. Miller" and the letters "N", "D", and "T". This artifact was brought back...

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Bronze Statue of Yaksha, c.1960

A bronze statue of Yaksha, the protectors often found at the entrances to temples. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Wall Hanging Plaque, c.1960

A dark wooden wall hanging depicting a Hindu Goddess standing astride a lion and a lotus throne. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively.

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Artwork/Photography, Miscellaneous

Decorative Octagonal Box, c.1960

A decorative wooden octagonal box adorned with coral, turquoise, and pressed metal plates. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively.

Decade: 1960-1969

Subject: Nepal

Format: Miscellaneous

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