Shells - Abalone

Description

Join us as we explore the stories that shell artifacts, especially abalone, tell us about trade for the prehistoric Sinagua. A 1992 study at Tuzigoot NM found that 65% of jewelry pieces are comprised of marine shell, suggesting their importance to these people.

Duration

3 minutes, 21 seconds

Credit

NPS Video

Date Created

12/05/2010

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