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Shells of Conus Fergusoni
Shells of Conus Fergusoni
Object Number 08-33-30/73845
Display Title Shells of Conus Fergusoni
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, conical shells, worked
Classification
  • Utilized Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / La Libertad Region / Trujillo Province / Trujillo / Site H
Intrasite Imbedded between tiles of adobe of the wall-like constructions+
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 15 x 10.1 x 9.4 cm (5 7/8 x 4 x 3 11/16 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 73845

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