Shell, quahog

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Object Number 999-22-10/86421

Display Title Shell, quahog

Descriptions

Object Description Quahog shells

Inventory Description Shell, quahog

Classification

Faunal Remain

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

North America / United States

Materials Shell

Dimensions Overall: 9.9 x 8.1 x 5.8 cm (3 7/8 x 3 3/16 x 2 5/16 in.)

Quantity 2

Label on object 999-22-10/86421

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