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Object Number
39-83-30/1857
Display Title
Spindle whorl
Descriptions
Object Description
Metal (bronze) spindle whorls, generally biconical 12-17 mm D x 7-10 mm with axial hole 2-6 mm d. Green corrosion product.
Inventory Description
Bronze spindle whorls, engraved designs, heavily corroded.
Classification
- Domestic
- Raw Material
Department
Archaeological
Culture
- Late Intermediate period
- Late Coastal?
- Late horizon
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
/
Peru
Additional Geographic Terms
Coast
Materials
Bronze
Dimensions
Overall: 1.7 x 0.8 cm (11/16 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity
8
Label on object
39-93-30/1857
Provenance
Collector
Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
(Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)
Donor
Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
(Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)
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