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Object Number 976-41-20/24878
Display Title Gold shell with a hole in its top. May have originally been with 24577.
Descriptions
Inventory Description Metal, gold shell, perforated
Classification
  • Metal
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica?
Materials Gold
Dimensions Overall: 1.5 x 1.25 x 0.4 cm (9/16 x 1/2 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-41-20/24878

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