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Implement made of teeth of the capybara, a So. Am. rodent
Implement made of teeth of the capybara, a So. Am. rodent
Object Number 67-9-30/205
Display Title Implement made of teeth of the capybara, a So. Am. rodent
Descriptions
Inventory Description Two pairs capybara teeth bound in cotton cord, tied together
Classification
  • Accessory
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
Materials Tooth, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 7.5 x 2.3 x 2.3 cm (2 15/16 x 7/8 x 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 205

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