Skip to main content
Object Number
2004.29.1345.13
Display Title
Fragment of human parietal from the sand stratum of glacial gravel
Descriptions
Object Description
Written on board: "New Jersey. Trenton / (over) Fragment of Human parietal from the sand stratum of the Glacial Gravel, south of Trenton near site of human femur, found by E. Volk, Dec. Exploration under my direction for Am. Mus. Nat. Hist., Dr. F.E. Hyde patron. F. W. Putnam."
Keywords
- Archaeological
- Human Remains
Subject
- Parietal
Department
Photographic
Date
ca. 1890
Culture
- Northeast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
/
New Jersey
/
Mercer County
/
Trenton
Dimensions
Overall: 15.24 x 20.32 cm (6 x 8 in.)
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.