Earring with a Reproduction Miniature Breastplate Motif
1998.19.2176
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Earring with a Reproduction Miniature Breastplate Motif (1998.19.2176) |
|---|---|
| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | N/A |
| Date | N/A |
| Culture | Aztec |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Height) | 3.8 cm |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 (Width) | 2.6 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 2.0 cm |
| Weight | waived g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Manufacturing, Soldering, Cast--Lost Wax, Filigree |
Research Remarks
| Description | N/A |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Under Review |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | Museum of Natural History, UIUC |
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| Reproduction | Yes, Tourist jewelry (silver earring) depicting Aztec breastplate. Original breastplate is in Oaxaca Museum. |
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