Miniature Domino Set
Dublin Core
Title
Miniature Domino Set
Subject
United States -- Texas -- Williamson County.
War (Civil War).
War (Civil War).
Description
Miniature Domino Set. These small dominos are only measure .5in x .2in.This small 28 piece set is made of bone and is housed in an accompanying wooden case with a sliding lid.
Many soldiers used free time at camp to play games such as dominos and playing cards. During this time dominos could be made from wood, ivory, or animal bone. Such games could provide a much needed respite from the stress of battle.
Many soldiers used free time at camp to play games such as dominos and playing cards. During this time dominos could be made from wood, ivory, or animal bone. Such games could provide a much needed respite from the stress of battle.
Source
The Trans-Mississippi Theater Virtual Museum. Guerilla Warfare: Dominos and Playing Cards. http://www.civilwarvirtualmuseum.org/guerrilla-warfare/gender-roles/dominos-playing-cards.php. 2011.
Date
1860s
Contributor
This collection is courtesy of Tommy Gonzalez. We would like to thank him for the generosity he has shown the museum.
All photographs are courtesy of Georgene Richaud. Georgene, thank you for your contribution!
All photographs are courtesy of Georgene Richaud. Georgene, thank you for your contribution!
Rights
All rights to the images are held by Tommy Gonzalez. This image is posted for non-profit educational purposes, excluding printed publication. For permission to reproduce images and/or for copyright information, contact The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626.
http://williamsonmuseum.org
http://williamsonmuseum.org
Type
Object
Collection
Citation
“Miniature Domino Set,” Courage & Contradiction, accessed March 28, 2024, http://civilwar.williamsonmuseumexhibits.org/items/show/28.