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Object Number 41-17-20/13941
Display Title Pottery spindle whorls
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ceramic spindle whorls, assorted shapes, center perforation, two with molded zoomorphic or other design on domed side, one with carved design on domed side and trace of white and black pigment, one with black pigment overall, losses, worn
Classification
  • Spindle whorl
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Aztec
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico
Dimensions Overall (Measurement of largest): 1.2 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm (1/2 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity 11
Label on object 41-17-20/13941

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