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Fissurella shell; perforation near edge
Fissurella shell; perforation near edge
Object Number 94-57-10/R1619
Display Title Fissurella shell; perforation near edge
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, utilized shell, ovate, concave, perforated, 1 at rim, 1 at center
Classification
  • Utilized Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / California
Additional Geographic Terms southern
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 7.2 x 4.6 x 1.3 cm (2 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 5
Label on object .R./1619
Provenance
Provenance Frederick H. Rindge (?)

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