The Creepiest Artifacts in Museums Around the World

Netsuke

This is actually a very small ornament, known as a "netsuke," that is just over one-and-a-half- inches tall. It was mainly used in 19th century Japan to hold a small box onto the obi sash of a kimono. No, it's not carved from human bones. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.