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Object Number 36-79-20/4561
Display Title Fragmentary obsidian ear plug
Descriptions
Object Description Earplug, portion, obsidian; Fragmentary obsidian ear plug
Inventory Description ground stone ear spool, obsidian, polished, chipped
Classification
  • Ear Spool
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Guerrero
Intrasite Pyramid
Additional Geographic Terms Taxco, Few miles southwest of; Acapulco, on road to
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 2.8 x 2.7 x 0.8 cm (1 1/8 x 1 1/16 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 36-79-20/4561

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