2 perforated shells

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Object Number 968-1-50/11088

Display Title 2 perforated shells

Descriptions

Inventory Description Organic, shell, utilized shell, perforations in a row, 1 side irridescent

Classification

Utilized Shell

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Africa / Morocco

Additional Geographic Terms Tangier; Cantina, Below; Caves of Hercules

Materials Shell

Dimensions Overall: 6.8 x 4.6 x 1.4 cm (2 11/16 x 1 13/16 x 9/16 in.)

Quantity 2

Label on object 968-1-50/11088

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