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Date: 
1200
Identifier: 
T0001
Description: 
This engraved shell gorget represents an elaborately costumed human figure. The bent forearm holds a circular object from which drops a raccoon pelt, identified by its ringed tail and hind paws. The right hand holds a rattle, while a turkey looms from behind over the right shoulder.
Physical dimensions: 
depth 0.75 in ; height 4 in ; width 4.25 in
Format: 
Gorget
Coverage: 
Spiro Area ; Oklahoma ; Caddoan
On Loan to Other Museums
American Indian Art
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