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Shell carved animal effigy, perforated
Shell carved animal effigy, perforated
Object Number 46-73-10/90942
Display Title Shell carved animal effigy, perforated
Descriptions
Object Description Shell animal effigy
Inventory Description Organic, shell, ornament, bivalve, carved possible effigy, perforated at hinge
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 4.8 x 3.7 x 1.5 cm (1 7/8 x 1 7/16 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-73-10/90942

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