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Object Number 976-9-20/24705
Display Title Rattle with molded coils as decoration. Chocolate ware.
Descriptions
Object Description Rattle with plastic coils as decoration. Chocolate ware
Inventory Description Ceramic, rattle, molded coils on shoulder, flat base, hole in center
Classification
  • Ceramic
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica / Limon / <County> / <City> / Las Mercedes
Additional Geographic Terms Linea Vieja
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 4.8 x 6.7 cm (1 7/8 x 2 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-9-20/24705 / 66.Las/Mercedes,/ L.V.

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