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Object Number 42-28-30/4688
Display Title Disc-shaped perforated greenstone bead; possibly spindle whorl
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone bead? spindle whorl? flat and round, greenstone
Classification
  • Discoidal Bead
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Greenstone
Dimensions Overall: 3.3 x 3.2 x 0.8 cm (1 5/16 x 1 1/4 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 42-28-30/4688

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