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Object Number 32-69-70/D4097
Display Title Shells for scraping inner bark
Descriptions
Inventory Description Scrapers, 2 halves of the same shell, white with dark stains at exterior
Classification
  • Textileworking
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Samoa
Materials Shell
Dimensions Overall: 4.8 x 2 cm (1 7/8 x 13/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object D/ 4097

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