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Catalog Number

CAS 0227-1009   CAS 0227-1009; Bead
Category Bead & Leatherwork; Carvings; Jewelry & Metalwork
Object Name Bead
Culture Maya
Global Region Mexico & Central America
Country Guatemala
State/Prov./Dist. Huehuetenango
County
Other Geographic Data Site: Pichikil [Pichiquil]
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name Elgueta Collection (Mayan)
Materials Stone
Description Stone bead with two central indented ridges around circumference; Strung together with CAS 0227-1008 and 1010; Off-white.
Dimensions (cm) Max Diam = 1.2, Length = 1.4