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Object Number 976-32-20/24759
Display Title Human head effigy hollow miniature vessel; hair like bangs in front 2 holes at t
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ceramic complete jar, human effigy head, perforations at rim
Classification
  • Jar
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica / Limon / <County> / <City> / Costa Rica Farm
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 6.5 x 6.4 x 6.2 cm (2 9/16 x 2 1/2 x 2 7/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-32-20/24759 / 7

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