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Thin metal sheets, possibly aluminum or lead
Thin metal sheets, possibly aluminum or lead
Object Number 2014.14.307
Display Title Thin metal sheets, possibly aluminum or lead
Descriptions
Inventory Description Thin metal sheets, possibly aluminum or lead
Classification
  • Unidentified
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Middlesex County / Cambridge / Harvard Yard
Intrasite H923 L3 75-85cm
Materials Alloy
Dimensions Overall (Measurements of One): 6.3 × 5 × 0.2 cm (2 1/2 × 1 15/16 × 1/16 in.)
Quantity 6

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Tinkler
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Hair
String
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Raw Material
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