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Object Number 46-77-30/5974
Display Title Small silver tweezers
Descriptions
Object Description Small silver tweezers, comma shaped. Strap handle, dark/tight corrosion product.
Inventory Description Copper alloy ornament, comma shaped, strap hinge handle, punctured one side.
Classification
  • Ornament
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / La Libertad Region / Trujillo Province / Trujillo / Trujillo
Materials Silver
Dimensions Overall: 2.3 x 2.2 x 0.6 cm (7/8 x 7/8 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/5974
Provenance
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (ca 1880-1900's)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (11/27/1946)

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