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Object Number 969-20-10/49861
Display Title Shell, bivalve, oyster, half
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shell, faunal remain, bivalve, oyster, half
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Date 19th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Norfolk County / Brookline Village / Hearthstone Building
Additional Geographic Terms Route 9 and Boylston St., corner of
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 6.4 x 4.6 x 0.9 cm (2 1/2 x 1 13/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 969-20-10/49861
Provenance
Provenance William W. Fitzhugh (1969)
Provenance Bruce J. Bourque (1969)

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