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Object Number
2005.1.218.41
Display Title
Shell engraving
Descriptions
Object Description
Crayon rubbing of engraved cup fragments. Engravings depict snakes, figures, concentric circles, and other designs. Mounted on a board under an onion skin cover.
Classification
- Unclassified
Department
Archival, Paper
Date
20th century
Culture
- Southeast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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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
B-8; Okla-Lf-S; 183A
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