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Large metal fishhook
Object Number 46-77-30/6849
Display Title Large metal fishhook
Descriptions
Object Description Large metal fishhook. Double hook, formed by lashing together shanks of two single hooks, 135 mm and 98 mm in length. Green corrosion product. Each shank wrapped individually with cotton cord (S or S 2-z) then both shanks lashed together with heavier cord. (S-2 z)
Inventory Description Copper fish hook, double hook, with string wrapped around end.
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Tool
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ayacucho Region / Lucanas Province / Chavina
Materials Metal, Cotton cord
Dimensions Overall: 13.5 x 8.9 cm (5 5/16 x 3 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6849
Provenance
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (ca 1880-1900's)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (11/27/1946)

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