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Object Number 75-6-30/8263
Display Title Shells
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shells and fragments, varied, 1 clam 6 oyster, 1 razor frag, 4 whelk, others
Classification
  • Shell
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Yahgan
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Argentina / <State> / Elizabeth Island
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 10.2 x 5.9 x 4.3 cm (4 x 2 5/16 x 1 11/16 in.)
Quantity 17
Label on object 8263

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