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Nut made into miniature container, inlaid with shell; wooden stopper +
Nut made into miniature container, inlaid with shell; wooden stopper +
Object Number 46-77-30/6284
Display Title Nut made into miniature container, inlaid with shell; wooden stopper +
Descriptions
Object Description Nut made into miniature container, inlaid with shell; wooden stopper & string handle
Inventory Description Organic, nut, inlay missing, stopper with twisted cotton string, perforated
Classification
  • Organic
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Huaura Province / Huacho
Materials Wood, Nut, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 3 x 2.4 x 2.4 cm (1 3/16 x 15/16 x 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6284

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