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Dagger-shaped object with bird effigy handle
Dagger-shaped object with bird effigy handle
Object Number 16-24-30/C7561
Display Title Dagger-shaped object with bird effigy handle
Descriptions
Object Description Stone, worked
Inventory Description Ground stone effigy, 2 birds sitting on point
Classification
  • Effigy
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Taino
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / United States / Commonwealth of Puerto Rico / Puerto Rico / Bayamon
Intrasite Cave
Additional Geographic Terms Joyuda Lake
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 12.5 x 5 x 2.5 cm (4 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C7561

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