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Object Number 94-57-10/R1654
Display Title Large pearl
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, faunal remain, pearl or shell, tooth shaped, large
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / California
Additional Geographic Terms southern
Materials Pearl, Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2.5 x 1.4 x 0.8 cm (1 x 9/16 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object R/1654
Provenance
Provenance Frederick H. Rindge (?)

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Sheet
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