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Object Number 38-83-20/6031
Display Title 2 tinklers of oliva shell
Descriptions
Object Description Tinkler, shell; 2 tinklers of oliva shell
Inventory Description Organic, shell ornaments, carved, polished, perforated.
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Esperanza
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala / Guatemala / <County> / Guatemala City / Kaminaljuyu
Intrasite Mound 1, Tomb IV (1937)
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 3 x 6.5 x 2.8 cm (1 3/16 x 2 9/16 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 38-83-20/6031; A1.480

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