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Object Number
46-77-30/5863
Display Title
Pair of copper tweezers
Descriptions
Object Description
Pair of copper tweezers. Axe-shaped, blades deeply embossed. Loose green corrosion product.
Inventory Description
Copper alloy ornament, elongaed shape, flared at end, hinged end.
Classification
- Ornament
Department
Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
/
Peru
/
La Libertad Region
/
<County>
/
<City>
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Sausal
Additional Geographic Terms
North Coast: Chicama Valley
Materials
Copper
Dimensions
Overall: 3.2 x 2.3 x 1 cm (1 1/4 x 7/8 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
46-77-30/5863
Provenance
Collector
Mr. Ernest T. Jackson
(ca 1880-1900's)
Donor
Mr. Patrick T. Jackson
(11/27/1946)
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