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A moment of eye contact with a leopard as it curls its tail, while striding over water.

Exhibition National Museum of Scotland Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best photography talent from around the world for nearly 60 years.
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A man from Oceania dramatically poses on a beach covered in a shallow layer of water and seaweed. Throwing his head back and striking a 'warrior pose', his long braided hair, traditional dyed cloth wrapping below his waist, and the boat paddle he holds make him seem powerful and heroic.

Exhibition National Museum of Scotland Rising Tide
A new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland showcasing artworks created in response to the climate crisis in Australia and the Pacific Islands.
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Armlet / portion

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Segment of a jet armlet from Traprain Law, East Lothian

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X.GV 4

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Armlet / portion

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Physical description

Jet; oval in transverse section

Collection place(s)

Traprain Law, East Lothian, Scotland, Northern Europe

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Canmore Site Record

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