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Fragment of stone metate. Part of 20/24144. 6 1/4"h
Fragment of stone metate. Part of 20/24144. 6 1/4"h
Object Number 973-24-20/24145
Display Title Fragment of stone metate. Part of 20/24144. 6 1/4"h
Descriptions
Inventory Description Carved stone metate fragment, carved design on bottom and leg.
Classification
  • Metate
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica
Central America / Panama
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 17.5 x 9 x 15 cm (6 7/8 x 3 9/16 x 5 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-24-20/24145

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