Operculum of Shell

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Object Number 83-72-20/32740

Display Title Operculum of Shell

Descriptions

Inventory Description Organic, shell faunal remains, fossilized?

Classification

Faunal Remain

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Central America / Costa Rica

Additional Geographic Terms Salinas, Large shellheap at

Materials Shell

Dimensions Overall: 1.6 x 1.4 x 0.6 cm (5/8 x 9/16 x 1/4 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 32740

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