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Bowl with bat, made in Japan, 1870

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As much as I love the idea of vampire hunting kits, from your friendly autistic whose special interest is vampires and is GROSSLY educated on the subject, this is your reminder that there is no actual historic proof that vampire hunting kits ever existed.

They are simply a collection of antique items that are often assembled and sold in auction under the guise of being much older than they actually are in order to fool and hoax people. They are not authentic. None of them are.

It is believed that vampire hunting kits were developed around 1897 after the publication of Dracula as a tourist gag and hoax. They were popularized in the 1950s-70s as well due to a certain genre of horror film.

Once again, though the items in these boxes are often authentic and of period, there is no historic proof that they were ever used for vampiric burials.

The last known vampiric burial occurred in the United States during the New England Vampire Panic (due to widespread fear of and death due to consumption/tuberculoses) in the late 18th and early 19th century. It was more common in vampiric burials for bricks, stones or heavy objects, and scythes to be used, as well as beheadings. If a steak was used, I can promise you it was not a crucifix. Although the vampire hysteria was deeply rooted in religion, it was also rooted in the fear of death and disease, which was the most often cause for panic and exhuming of the bodies.

All vampire hunting kits are hoaxes and they often sell for thousands of dollars.

Yes they’re cool, but we need to stop pretending they’re real. It takes away from the reality of the hysteria, and honestly just fictionalizes it.

19th century vampire killing kit.

The eerie allure of this vintage vampire killing kit of the past is unequaled. These kits, often housed in worn wooden boxes, are filled with an array of tools believed to fend off the undead. Typically, they include a knife/pistol, wooden stakes, a Bible, crucifixes, rosaries, bottles of garlic powder, holy water, and herbal potions. Each item is meticulously arranged, creating a macabre yet fascinating display that captures the imagination. While many of these kits were likely assembled in the late 20th century as novelties inspired by vampire lore and popular culture, they remain highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. . The craftsmanship and attention to detail make them intriguing conversation pieces, blending history, folklore, and a touch of the supernatural. The box measures 9" x 16" x 7" tall wrapped in leather and brass tacked.

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If I turn my asks back on will you behave?

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Well I for one am very excited for @therealjacksepticeye’s untimely return to Tumblr. Hello Jack!! ILY

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No bc I just watched Season 6 episode 20 of The Vampire Diaries and bro I am TIREDDDDDD of Elena ruining everything for the brothers. She broke Stefan’s heart because she’s in love with Damon, she played him like a goddamn fiddle. We digested it, we accepted it (I love Delena sue me) . But MY GOD it’s like ever since she got with Damon she has sent him on the same damn whirlwind she sent Stefan on only this time she actually loves him. Except does she tho? Bc she is now human, just took the cure right? Damon practically begging to spend the rest of their life with each other, willing to change everything for her….. And she basically just looks at Damon and said “I don’t love you enough to live forever with you” or “I don’t love you enough for you to die with me” literally setting Damon up for failure, literally setting him up for his own ‘life of misery’

OMG she’s making me so mad

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