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Object Number 38-120-10/17868.1
Display Title Shell bead
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shell, pendant with irridescent nacre on one side, perforated
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Pueblo
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Arizona / Navajo County / Hopi Reservation / Antelope Mesa / Awatovi
Intrasite Test 31, room 3, 0-50 cm
Additional Geographic Terms Antelope Mesa
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2 x 1.4 x 0.2 cm (13/16 x 9/16 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object B4203/ 38-120-10/17868

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