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Object Number 46-77-30/6175
Display Title Shell pendant in shape of a man
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shell effigy, human figure, turquoise and other inlay, carved features
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Huaura Province / Huacho / Hacienda Humaya
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Huaura Province? / <City> / Huacho?
Additional Geographic Terms Central Coast; Huara Valley
Dimensions Overall: 12.1 x 3.6 x 1.4 cm (4 3/4 x 1 7/16 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6175

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