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Image Not Available for Shell engraving
Shell engraving
Image Not Available for Shell engraving
Object Number 2005.1.218.18
Display Title Shell engraving
Descriptions
Object Description Shell engraving depicting 2 concentric circles, both circles are decorated with hands. Inside the inner circle is a swastika. Mounted on a board with an onion skin cover. Writing on the board says "Design is pecked, not engraved. Shiloh Museum, Springfield, Ark. Authentic?"
Classification
  • Unclassified
Date 20th century
Culture
  • Southeast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Oklahoma
Materials Crayon
Dimensions Overall: 51 x 51 x 0.25 cm (20 1/16 x 20 1/16 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 877

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