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Object Number
2005.1.218.16
Display Title
Shell engraving
Descriptions
Object Description
Engraved stone disk depicting two hands, a central pole with two heads, and other figures. Charcoal rubbing. Mounted on board with onion skin cover. Label on board says "Tablet or Palette Moundville, Ala. Peaboy Mus. Harvard 48122"
Classification
- Unclassified
Department
Archival, Paper
Date
20th century
Culture
- Southeast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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Alabama
Materials
Crayon
Dimensions
Overall: 51 x 51 x 0.25 cm (20 1/16 x 20 1/16 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
48122
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