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Anthropomorphic ornament of carved heavily patinated shell(?)
Anthropomorphic ornament of carved heavily patinated shell(?)
Object Number 51-25-20/23655
Display Title Anthropomorphic ornament of carved heavily patinated shell(?)
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shell ornament?, anthropomorphic, carved, worn and patinated, 2 pieces
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Panama / Panama / <County> / <City> / Venado Beach
Intrasite Area A, Trench 6; Skeleton 32
Additional Geographic Terms Canal Zone
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 5.4 x 4.6 x 1 cm (2 1/8 x 1 13/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 51-25-20/23655

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