Copper Atlatl Spear Thrower

Moche (?)

2nd–7th century (?)

Not on view

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Title: Copper Atlatl Spear Thrower
Date: 2nd–7th century (?)
Geography: Peru
Culture: Moche (?)
Medium: Copper (cast)
Dimensions: Length 1-15/16 in.
Classification: Metal-Implements
Credit Line: Bequest of Jane Costello Goldberg, from the Collection of Arnold I. Goldberg, 1986
Object Number: 1987.394.163
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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