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Head Effigy
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Head Effigy

Culture Atlantic Watershed
Date9th-10th Century
OriginCosta Rica
MediumAndesite
Dimensions7 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 7 7/8 in. (19 x 14 x 20 cm.)
Credit LineBequest of Alan Wurtzburger
Object number1960.30.70
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  • Ancient Americas
Last Updated1/11/24
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