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Shell rings
Object Number 42-12-30/3536
Display Title Shell rings
Descriptions
Object Description Shell rings
Inventory Description Organic, shell ornaments, rings, red pigment on exterior
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Chimu
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms North Coast
Materials Shell, Pigment
Dimensions Overall: 1.2 x 2.3 x 2.1 cm (1/2 x 7/8 x 13/16 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 42-12-30/3536

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