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Shell conglomerate
Object Number 72-23-30/6743
Display Title Shell conglomerate
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shells and bones consolidated, faunal remains
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Brazil / Para / <County> / <City> / Taperinha
Intrasite Kitchen middens
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 16 x 16.5 x 4.5 cm (6 5/16 x 6 1/2 x 1 3/4 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 6743

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Image Not Available for Sample of fragmentary shell removed from shell conglomerate 72-23-30/6743 consumed during analysis
72-23-30/6743.2 Sample of fragmentary shell removed from shell conglomerate 72-23-30/6743 consumed during analysis
Faunal Remain
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Faunal Remain
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