Bone whistles are the most ancient musical instruments known. Six bone whistles have been found from archaeological excavations in Exeter, all but one from Norman rubbish pits.

The whistles are made from a variety of animal and bird bones including sheep, and probably deer and swan. Some were thrown away having been broken during manufacture, while another had been well used.

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