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Broach with plastic centerpiece
Broach with plastic centerpiece
Object Number 2009.9.1939
Display Title Broach with plastic centerpiece
Descriptions
Inventory Description Corroded metal brooch with plastic centerpiece
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Middlesex County / Cambridge / Harvard Yard
Intrasite H805 L1
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 0.88 x 0.88 x 0.14 cm (3/8 x 3/8 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 5

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