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Metal knife
Object Number 46-77-30/5970
Display Title Metal knife
Descriptions
Object Description Copper ornament in shape of blade with animal on top: Metal (copper) knife, triangular in shape. Blade has an animal at the apex. Green corrosion product.
Inventory Description Copper blade, triangular, animal effigy handle.
Classification
  • Knife
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / La Libertad Region / Trujillo Province / Trujillo / Trujillo
Additional Geographic Terms North Coast: Chicama Valley
Materials Copper
Dimensions Overall: 4.7 x 3 x 0.8 cm (1 7/8 x 1 3/16 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/5970
Provenance
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (1880-1900's)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (11/27/1946)

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