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Object Number 38-83-20/6037
Display Title 26 very small univalve shells, with holes- broken
Descriptions
Object Description Shell, perforated; 26 very small univalve shells, with holes- broken
Inventory Description Organic, shell beads, spiral, perforated, several broken
Classification
  • Bead
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Esperanza
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala / Guatemala / <County> / Guatemala City / Kaminaljuyu
Intrasite Mound 1, Tomb V (1937)
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 1.1 x 0.7 cm (7/16 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 30
Label on object 38-83-20/6037

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