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Hot Water Bottle
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Hot Water Bottle

Object NameBottle
Mediumstoneware
ClassificationsDomestic
Dimensions13 x 30cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1977 by Mr C Watson.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000019
Keywords
About MeMade of stoneware this hot water bottle, sometimes known as a 'pig', is very heavy and would have been placed in the bed to heat it. Some people got into the habit of leaving them in the bed to keep their feet warm.