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Small shell bead - 4 seeds inserted along side opening of shell; piece+
Small shell bead - 4 seeds inserted along side opening of shell; piece+
Object Number 42-28-30/4705
Display Title Small shell bead - 4 seeds inserted along side opening of shell; piece+
Descriptions
Object Description Small shell bead - 4 seeds inserted along side opening of shell; piece of wool attached at end
Inventory Description Organic, shell bead, 4 seeds, hair extending at end
Classification
  • Bead
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Shell, Cotton, Hair, Seed
Dimensions Overall: 2.3 x 1.3 x 1 cm (7/8 x 1/2 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 42-28-30/4705; 246

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