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A curio cabinet is a specialised type of display case, made predominantly of glass with a metal or wood framework, for presenting collections Curio cabinets, explained in the Home Shelving Guide of , like or other interesting objects that invoke curiosity, and perhaps share a common theme. A curio cabinet may also be used to display a solitary object of special interest, such as a hand-crafted doll.
Another purpose of a curio cabinet is to protect the value of a collection, which it does by preventing contact by dust and vermin. For added security, a locked door or removable panel allows the collection to be seen, while protecting it from damage and theft.
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