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Shells, 3 cowries w/cut tops, flat spiral shells of varying sizes
Shells, 3 cowries w/cut tops, flat spiral shells of varying sizes
Object Number 2003.1.1007
Display Title Shells, 3 cowries w/cut tops, flat spiral shells of varying sizes
Descriptions
Object Description Shells, 3 cowries w/cut tops, flat spiral shells of varying sizes
Inventory Description Shells, 3 cowries withcut tops, flat spiral shells of varying sizes
Classification
  • Shell
Department Ethnographic
Materials Cowrie, Shell
Dimensions Overall: 2.3 x 1.9 x 1.7 cm (7/8 x 3/4 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 13
Label on object 2003.1.1007

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