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Gold awl, knobbed top, tapered base.
Gold awl, knobbed top, tapered base.
Object Number 975-28-20/24523
Display Title Gold awl, knobbed top, tapered base.
Descriptions
Inventory Description Metal, gold object, one pointed end, split, one flat end
Classification
  • Awl
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Period
  • Late Period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica
Additional Geographic Terms Diquis Delta
Materials Gold
Dimensions Overall: 9.2 x 0.4 x 0.4 cm (3 5/8 x 3/16 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-28-20/24523

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