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Object Number 2005.1.139
Display Title Spondylus shell
Descriptions
Object Description Spondylus shell
Inventory Description Organic, spondylus shell
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms Vista Allegre
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 9.5 x 11 x 2.5 cm (3 3/4 x 4 5/16 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 2005.1.139

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