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Object Number 99-42-20/C2602
Display Title Terra cotta whistle. Turtle with human head.
Descriptions
Object Description Whistle, pottery
Inventory Description Ceramic figurine, whistle, molded turtle shell, legs and tail w/ human face, app
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Tabasco / Jonuta
Intrasite Tombs
Additional Geographic Terms Usumacinta River and Rio Palezada; junction of; Usumacinta, right bank
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 12.1 x 8.7 x 4.2 cm (4 3/4 x 3 7/16 x 1 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C2602

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