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Cup found at a depth of 8 feet, resting in an inverted position. P. R. Hoyler.
Cup found at a depth of 8 feet, resting in an inverted position. P. R. Hoyler.
Object Number 2004.29.757
Display Title Cup found at a depth of 8 feet, resting in an inverted position. P. R. Hoyler.
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: "Illinois. / Cup found at depth of 8ft. resting in an inverted position upon the top of a skull. It was taken from a rounded tumulus one of a group situated upon a high ridge overlooking the Mississippi R. near Albany, Ill. / P.R. Hoyler. Racine, Wisc."
Keywords
  • Household
  • Archaeological
Subject
  • Cup
Department Photographic
Date 1850-1899
Culture
  • Prairie
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Illinois
Materials Stereoview adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 8.26 x 15.24 cm (3 1/4 x 6 in.)

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