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Objects in focus

Here you'll find some of the most treasured and fascinating objects in our collections. From dinosaurs to space age technology, our collection brings together objects that span the centuries and cross the globe - and the universe!

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Cockcroft-Walton generator

This revolutionary generator was developed in the early 1930s.

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Ruston steam excavator

Find out more about this classic steam shovel.

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Crance Dance

This woven bamboo flower basket was created by Japanese artist Buseki Suikō.

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Weaving loom

This weaving loom was collected by David Livingstone.

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Meissen lion

Meet this impressive porcelain figure from the 18th century.

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Sendtner orrery

Discover the story of this 100-year-old planetarium.

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Chantal Meteor 200 jukebox

Which tracks would you pick on this classic late 1950s jukebox?

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Art at War

Discover paintings, drawings and pastels from the military collection at National Museums Scotland.

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Coral necklace

This beautiful necklace was made by artists Yazzie Johnson and Gail Bird.

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Prayer Wheel House

The Prayer Wheel House was manufactured in the Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland.


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