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Spindle whorls
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Object Number 39-83-30/1854
Display Title Spindle whorls
Descriptions
Object Description Metal spindle whorls, cupcake-shaped with axial hole approximately 2 mm in diameter Green corrosion product. Designs covered by patination.
Inventory Description Bronze spindle whorls
Classification
  • Domestic
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Horizon?
  • Late Coast
  • Late Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms Coast
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 1.8 x 0.8 cm (11/16 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 9
Label on object 39-83-30/1854
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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