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Fragments of shells - slightly rubbed down on one edge, showing use
Fragments of shells - slightly rubbed down on one edge, showing use
Object Number 36-65-30/1412
Display Title Fragments of shells - slightly rubbed down on one edge, showing use
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shell fragments, purple
Classification
  • Utilized Shell
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Atacama
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Chile
Intrasite Grave
Additional Geographic Terms Rio Loa, Bank of; Chiu Chiu, ca 5 m NW of; Rio Loa and Rio Sal, near juncture of
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 5.9 x 2.9 x 0.7 cm (2 5/16 x 1 1/8 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 36-65-30/1412

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