Skip to main content
Short string of shell and bone beads; usually worn by women; they are also used
Short string of shell and bone beads; usually worn by women; they are also used
Object Number 35-120-10/5183
Display Title Short string of shell and bone beads; usually worn by women; they are also used
Descriptions
Object Description Short string of shell and bone beads; usually worn by women; they are also used for money. No string, beads gathered in plastic bag.
Inventory Description Beads, 31 shell, 2 round glass, 4 tubular bone
Classification
  • Bead
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Northern Paiute
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Nevada
Additional Geographic Terms Walker Lake
Materials Shell, Bone, Glass
Dimensions Overall: 1.5 x 1.1 x 0.9 cm (9/16 x 7/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 37
Label on object 35-120-10/5183
Provenance
Collector Willard Zerbe Park (06/12/1935-08/01/1935)
Intermediary Willard Zerbe Park (12/11/1935)

Important Note about Historical Language

Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.