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Carapace adn plastron of turtle. Hole drilled in each.
Carapace adn plastron of turtle. Hole drilled in each.
Object Number 58-34-20/60454
Display Title Carapace adn plastron of turtle. Hole drilled in each.
Descriptions
Subject
  • Artifact
  • Bone
Department Photographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Yucatan / <County> / <City> / Mayapan

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