Sheep bell

Artifact

Accession Number:
2015-047
Description
Metal sheep bell. Worn by Wimpy, the Polvi's ram. The Polvi family only had one sheep that went with the cows. He was sheared, the wool carded, washed and spun on a spinning wheel. The wool was then knitted into mitts, scarves, and socks when Arnold was a little boy. Donated by Arnold Polvi. 
Category
Bell, Animal