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Image Not Available for Fragment of shell ring
Fragment of shell ring
Image Not Available for Fragment of shell ring
Object Number 40-59-20/7809
Display Title Fragment of shell ring
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shell fragment, worked, semi-circular
Classification
  • Utilized Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Nicaragua / <State> / Little Corn Island
Additional Geographic Terms East coast, off
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2.4 x 1.1 x 0.2 cm (15/16 x 7/16 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 40-59-20/7809
Provenance
Donor Donated by Mr. Ora Doyle

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