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Object Number 46-77-30/6774
Display Title Shell with string attached
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shell ornament, twisted cord strung through hole at base
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province / Nazca
Additional Geographic Terms South Coast
Dimensions Overall: 9.1 x 5.4 x 3.9 cm (3 9/16 x 2 1/8 x 1 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6774

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