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Shell fragment
Object Number 88-8-10/46786
Display Title Shell fragment
Descriptions
Inventory Description Raw material, shell fragment with natural holes
Classification
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Delaware / <County> / <City> / Rock shelter
Intrasite Layer W
Additional Geographic Terms Naaman's Creek
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 4.1 x 2.6 x 0.4 cm (1 5/8 x 1 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46786

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