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Object Number
10-71-20/C7674J
Display Title
Gold ornament in shape of projectile point
Descriptions
Object Description
Gold ornament in the shape of projectile points; possibly worn as a necklace or sewn on a backing.
Inventory Description
Metal, gold sheets in the shape of projectile points, one embossed, tip missing
Classification
- Metal
Department
Archaeological
Date
800-1100 AD
Culture
- Early Postclassic (Mesoamerica)
- Terminal Classic (Mesoamerica)
- Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America
/
Mexico
/
Yucatan
/
<County>
/
<City>
/
Chichen Itza
Intrasite
Sacred Cenote
Materials
Gold
Dimensions
Overall: 2.1 x 1.5 x 0.1 cm (13/16 x 9/16 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
10-71-20/C7674J
Credit Line
Peabody Museum Expedition 1907-1910: E. H. Thompson, Director
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