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Object Number 92-37-10/49008.1
Display Title Organic, utilized shell, gorget with 2 perforations, incised decoration
Descriptions
Object Description Organic, utilized shell, gorget with 2 perforations, incised decoration
Inventory Description Organic, utilized shell, gorget with 2 perforations, incised decoration
Classification
  • Utilized Shell
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Tennessee / Meigs County / Hiwassee Island / Jolly Mound 2
Additional Geographic Terms Hiawassee River and Tennessee River, junction of
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 11.6 x 9.8 x 0.7 cm (4 9/16 x 3 7/8 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 92-37-10/49008

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