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10 shells - sample
Object Number 41-65-20/14132
Display Title 10 shells - sample
Descriptions
Inventory Description Eight small scallop shells. No apparent alterations.
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Panama / Colon / <County> / <City> / Far Fan Beach Site
Intrasite Shell midden
Additional Geographic Terms Canal Zone; Panama Bay, on small arm of
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall (Measurements of largest): 5.1 × 5.1 × 1.8 cm (2 × 2 × 11/16 in.)
Quantity 8
Label on object 41-65-20/14132

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