Conch shells, found buried at ancient Pueblo sites in New Mexico, were likely used as communication devices across the arid landscape. James Wainscoat via Unsplash If you were standing on the edge of ...
IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Modified conch shell used ...
LARGE WHITE SHELL, WHICH HAS BEEN CUT PARTIALLY AWAY. ELABORATE SILVER FITTINGS: LOTUS-FORM MOUTHPIECE W/DRAGON & PETAL DESIGNS IN RELIEF; BROAD FLANGE CURLING OUT OF SHELL & EXTENDING TO OTHER END ...