Shell inlay of human figure - red shell face, turquoise eyes – Objects

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Object Number 41-52-30/3014

Display Title Shell inlay of human figure - red shell face, turquoise eyes

Descriptions

Inventory Description Ornament, carved shell in form of crouched human figure, earspools and crown

Classification

Ornament

Department Archaeological

Culture

Late Chimu

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

South America / Peru

Materials Velvet, Shell, Glass, Metal

Dimensions Overall: 15.3 x 12.7 x 0.5 cm (6 x 5 x 3/16 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 41-52-30/3014

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