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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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