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Ritual Ablutions Vessel: Conch Shell

1944.03.0114

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Ritual Ablutions Vessel: Conch Shell   (1944.03.0114)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Furnishings
    2. :
  2. Lighting Equipment
    3. :
  3. Lighting Devices
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date 18th century?
Culture Indian

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 10.5 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 5.0 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 3.5 cm
Weight 82 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Metal--Brass
Manufacturing Processes Cast, Grinding
Munsell Color Information waived

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography N/A

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Courtesy of Mrs. J. J. Parry
Reproduction no
Reproduction Information N/A

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