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Copper-stained dog canine teeth (drilled) presumably formed a necklace
Copper-stained dog canine teeth (drilled) presumably formed a necklace
Object Number 46-77-30/8796
Display Title Copper-stained dog canine teeth (drilled) presumably formed a necklace
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, animal tooth pendants, drilled, copper stained, matrix adhered
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Tooth
Dimensions Overall: 3.4 x 1 x 0.6 cm (1 5/16 x 3/8 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity Approximately 75
Label on object 46-77-30/8796

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