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Object Number 2005.1.15
Display Title Shell, Blue Mussel, Mytelis edulis
Descriptions
Object Description Shell, Blue Mussel, Mytelis edulis
Inventory Description Shell, faunal remain, bivalves, Mytelis edulis, blue mussels, halves and whole
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Maine / York County / Kittery
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm (3 1/8 x 1 1/2 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 37
Label on object 2005.1.15

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