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Object Number 28-1-20/C10506
Display Title Obsidian lip plugs
Descriptions
Object Description Lipplug, obsidian
Inventory Description Ground stone ornament, possibly lip plug, obsidian, chipped
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Aztec
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico
Additional Geographic Terms Valley of Mexico
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 1.6 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm (5/8 x 1 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C / 10506.
Provenance
Collector John McPherson
Seller John McPherson (1928)

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