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Spinning cup
Object Number 75-20-30/8752
Display Title Spinning cup
Descriptions
Object Description Wooden spinning cup, carved.
Inventory Description Organic, wooden bowl, flat base, tapered body, flat rim
Classification
  • Worked Wood
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Intermediate period
  • Late horizon
  • Coastal
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Lima Province / Ancon
Additional Geographic Terms Chillon Valley
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 2.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 cm (1 x 2 9/16 x 2 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 8752

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