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Sherd with lizard applique
Sherd with lizard applique
Object Number 51-25-20/20252
Display Title Sherd with lizard applique
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ceramic body sherd, applied lizard-like zoomorph effigy on exterior, shell incising on head, feet, back and tail, mended
Classification
  • Body
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Panama / Panama / <County> / <City> / Venado Beach
Intrasite Area A, Trench 3, general dig
Additional Geographic Terms Canal Zone
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 11.1 x 9.7 x 1.9 cm (4 3/8 x 3 13/16 x 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 51-25-20/20252

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