Unknown Central and South American
Bracelet

CultureUnknown culture
Titles
  • Bracelet
  • Arm
Date1000 BC–1600 AD
PlacePeru
MediumTurquoise, spondylus shell, yellow stone, and string
DimensionsOverall: 7 1/2 in. (19 cm)
Credit LineGift of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr.
Object number2010.499
Not on view

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ProvenanceAlfred C. Glassell, Jr. Collection, Houston;
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 2010, 2010.499

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front of object
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1000 BC–1600 AD
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100 BC–700 AD
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100 BC–700 AD
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front of object
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100 BC–700 AD
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front of object
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100 BC–700 AD
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front of object, in case as received by MFAH
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