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Image Not Available for Fragments of pearl shell (3). One bivalve.
Fragments of pearl shell (3). One bivalve.
Image Not Available for Fragments of pearl shell (3). One bivalve.
Object Number 94-49-20/C1598
Display Title Fragments of pearl shell (3). One bivalve.
Descriptions
Object Description Sample, portion, shell
Inventory Description Organic, shell, fragment
Classification
  • Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Yucatan / <County> / <City> / Labna
Intrasite Reservoir No. XXVI
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2.2 x 1.5 x 0.2 cm (7/8 x 9/16 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C/1598

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