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Object Number 05-2-30/64885
Display Title Sheet metal object
Descriptions
Object Description Sheet metal object (point?) one portion pentagonal, other 60 mm x 11 mm. Other measurements in record are for overall piece. Faint traces of inscribed design on one surface. Dark/tight green corrosion product.
Inventory Description Copper tool, cut from sheet, pointed, long handle with notch.
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Domestic
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Bolivia / La Paz Department / Ingavi Province / Tiwanaku Municipality / Tiahuanaco
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 11.8 x 2.8 x 0.1 cm (4 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 64885
Provenance
Collector Alexander Agassiz (1904-1905 - 1905)
Donor Alexander Agassiz (1904-1905 - 1905)

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