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Object Number 29-15-20/C10985
Display Title Beads, spiney oyster
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shell, beads, mostly discoidal, some carved, polished
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Honduras
Additional Geographic Terms Chamalacon Valley
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 3.6 x 2.2 x 1.4 cm (1 7/16 x 7/8 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 45
Label on object C10985 & 51

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