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Object Number 46-77-30/6754
Display Title Small round copper plaques
Descriptions
Object Description Small round copper plaques made of thin sheet metal. Embossed with circular tool to make seven evenly spaced indentations about the periphery. One indentation in center, hole for stringing (?). Red/brown color, not corroded.
Inventory Description Copper alloy discs with impressed circular design, perforated, 2 broken
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province / Nazca
Materials Copper
Dimensions Overall: 4.5 x 4.2 cm (1 3/4 x 1 5/8 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 46-77-30/6754
Provenance
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (ca 1880-1900's)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (11/27/1946)

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