Stunning! 18th Century Dead Man's Bell with Original Chain - 77662R

$ 225.00
  • Stunning! 18th Century Dead Man's Bell with Original Chain - 77662R

Stunning! 18th Century Dead Man's Bell with Original Chain - 77662R

$ 225.00
Item #: 77662R

A gorgeous and rare artifact. These were hung over a grave with the chain going into the coffin. Without proper medical examiners, it was apparently common to bury people alive. If the person woke up, they could ring the bell by pulling the chain. This one seems more symbolic, as it never had clapper.

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A gorgeous and rare artifact. These were hung over a grave with the chain going into the coffin. Without proper medical examiners, it was apparently common to bury people alive. If the person woke up, they could ring the bell by pulling the chain. This one seems more symbolic, as it never had clapper.