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Object Number
39-83-30/1878
Display Title
Bronze axe
Descriptions
Object Description
Semi-circular metal (bronze) axe, with massive T-shaped attachment for mounting 75 mm wide. Loose green corrosion product.
Inventory Description
Bronze blade, cresecent shape, T-shaped handle, fabric impressions.
Classification
- Blade
Department
Archaeological
Culture
- Inca?
- Late Coastal
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
/
Peru
Materials
Bronze
Dimensions
Overall: 8.7 x 7.8 x 1.8 cm (3 7/16 x 3 1/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
39-83-30/1878
Provenance
Collector
Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
(Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)
Donor
Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
(Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)
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