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Shell pendant
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Object Number 19-21-30/C9163
Display Title Shell pendant
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, shell, pendant, carved head, 2 perforations, broken
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / United States / Commonwealth of Puerto Rico / Puerto Rico
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2.7 x 3 x 1.2 cm (1 1/16 x 1 3/16 x 1/2 in.) Overall, Weight: 14.17 g (0.014 kg)
Quantity 1
Label on object C\9163

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