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Needle, metal
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Object Number 46-77-30/8028C
Display Title Needle, metal
Descriptions
Object Description One of four needles, ranging in length from (5-9 cm.). Copper-silver; eye made by bending end and crimping in place.
Inventory Description Copper needle, broken
Classification
  • Needle
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Chancay
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / <State> / <County> / <City> / Zapallan
Intrasite Grave Y
Additional Geographic Terms Central Coast; Chillon Valley
Materials Copper alloy
Dimensions Overall: 4.8 x 0.2 cm (1 7/8 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/8028C

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