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Object Number
46-77-30/6772
Display Title
Spindle whorl
Descriptions
Object Description
120 miscellaneous stone, shell, pottery beads: Three spindle whorls; painted ceramic. 2-2.5 cm. (diameter)
Inventory Description
Ceramic, ornament, spindle whorls, painted, engraved
Classification
- Ornament
Department
Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
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Peru
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Ica Region
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Nazca Province
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Nazca
Materials
Ceramic, Pigment
Dimensions
Overall: 1.2 x 1.7 x 1.8 cm (1/2 x 11/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity
3
Label on object
46-77-30/6772
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