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Object Number 38-28-30/4232
Display Title Gouging tool
Descriptions
Object Description Gouging tool--baculum large male sea lion (Otaria byroni); length 8 7/8'; working tip double beveled; well worn surface shows considerable use;
Inventory Description Organic, bone, worked, cylindrical, rounded top, beveled tip
Classification
  • Utilized bone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Paracas Necropolis
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Pisco Province / Paracas / Paracas Necropolis
Intrasite Mummy bundle
Materials Bone
Dimensions Overall: 22.5 x 2.5 cm (8 7/8 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1

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