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Sea shells, unmodified
Object Number 2005.1.214
Display Title Sea shells, unmodified
Descriptions
Object Description Sea shells, unmodified
Inventory Description Organic, shells, faunal remains
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Brazil / Para / <County> / <City> / Shell heap
Additional Geographic Terms Taperinha; Santarem, near
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 5.6 x 4.3 x 2.4 cm (2 3/16 x 1 11/16 x 15/16 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 2005.1.214

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