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Object Number 46-77-30/6533
Display Title Shell disc, pendant
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shell pendant, round, 2 perforations, cotton remnants in 1 perforation
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms Central Coast; Vista Allegre; Lima, near
Materials Shell, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 4.4 x 4.4 x 0.3 cm (1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6533; Vista/ Alegre

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