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Object Number
37-91-20/5096
Display Title
Plaster mould of incised interior of maya dish - dish may have been mould for im
Descriptions
Object Description
Plaster mould of incised interior of maya dish - dish may have been mould for imprinting a soft substance as copal gum, when making it into cakes for offerings
Inventory Description
Cast, ceramic ornament, convex with moulded geometric designs, flat base and top
Classification
- Ornament
Department
Archaeological
Culture
- Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America
/
Guatemala
Materials
Ceramic
Dimensions
Overall: 3.1 x 17.1 cm (1 1/4 x 6 3/4 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
37-91-20/5096 / Quiche Guat. / Molds of mold / possibly copal / offering / gift
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