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Object Number 37-77-50/2884
Display Title Small rings, joined - Snake Society
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ornament, 2 metal rings joined with string, some oxidation
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Mano
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Liberia
Additional Geographic Terms Ganta, vicinity of
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 5.2 x 3.1 x 1.2 cm (2 1/16 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 37-77-50/2884
Provenance
Collector Dr. George W. Harley (1936-1937)
Seller Dr. George W. Harley (1936-1937)

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