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Pieces of various shapes of abalone, each with several holes, are strung on a th
Pieces of various shapes of abalone, each with several holes, are strung on a th
Object Number 46-78-10/28070
Display Title Pieces of various shapes of abalone, each with several holes, are strung on a th
Descriptions
Object Description Pieces of various shapes of abalone, each with several holes, are strung on a thread
Inventory Description Ornaments, 12 pieces of abalone, perforated, 1 long and thin, fiber cord
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / California
Materials Abalone, Vegetable fiber
Dimensions Overall: 4.1 x 1.9 x 0.5 cm (1 5/8 x 3/4 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 12
Label on object 28070
Provenance
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (01/01/1880-01/01/1900)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (11/27/1946)

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