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Obsidian beads. Double row #A-1-518 Tomb VI (F.N. #49). Triple row #A-1-285
Obsidian beads. Double row #A-1-518 Tomb VI (F.N. #49). Triple row #A-1-285
Object Number 58-34-20/65161
Display Title Obsidian beads. Double row #A-1-518 Tomb VI (F.N. #49). Triple row #A-1-285
Descriptions
Subject
  • Ground Stone
  • Artifact
  • Bead
  • Ornament
Department Photographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala / Guatemala / <County> / Guatemala City / Kaminaljuyu
Intrasite Mound I

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