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Object Number 65-47-20/22976
Display Title 12 pottery spindle whorls (mold-made) - late Classic or post-Classic
Descriptions
Object Description Spindle whorl, pottery; 12 pottery spindle whorls (mold-made) - late Classic or post-Classic
Inventory Description Ceramic, spindle whorls, some mold-made, rounded body, center perforation, some with decorative designs, two with small knob-like feet, assorted pastes
Classification
  • Spindle whorl
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala
Additional Geographic Terms Highlands
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall (Measurement of largest ): 2.5 x 3.7 x 3.7 cm (1 x 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 in.)
Quantity 12
Label on object 65-47-20/22976

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