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Object Number 46-81-30/5545
Display Title Spindle
Descriptions
Object Description Wooden spindle with stone whorl.
Inventory Description Ground stone, spindle whorl on wood spindle
Classification
  • Perforated Stone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Inca
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Cuzco Region / Cuzco Province / Cuzco / Cuzco
Additional Geographic Terms Southern highlands
Materials Stone, Wood
Dimensions Overall: 13.2 x 2.6 x 2.6 cm (5 3/16 x 1 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-81-30/5545

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