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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
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United States
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Maine
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York County
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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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