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Manioc root
Object Number 2005.1.165
Display Title Manioc root
Descriptions
Object Description Manioc root
Inventory Description Organic, manioc root
Classification
  • Floral Remain
Department Archaeological
Date 500 BCE- 00
Culture
  • Middle horizon
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms Peru, Southern coast
Materials Floral material, Yucca
Dimensions Overall: 9.9 x 4.3 x 2.8 cm (3 7/8 x 1 11/16 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 2005.1.165; 8/502

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