5 conch shell fragments, 3 perforated

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Object Number 38-83-20/6186

Display Title 5 conch shell fragments, 3 perforated

Descriptions

Object Description Shell, portion; 5 conch shell fragments, 3 perforated

Inventory Description Organic, shell, utilized shell fragments, perforated

Classification

Utilized Shell

Department Archaeological

Culture

Maya

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Central America / Guatemala / Peten / <County> / <City> / Uaxactun

Intrasite Pit 4, Column, West Section, Stratum 7, upper half E Group (1935)

Materials Shell

Dimensions Overall: 3.2 x 2.3 x 1.5 cm (1 1/4 x 7/8 x 9/16 in.)

Quantity 5

Label on object 38-83-20/6186; 4095

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