Name/Title
clam shellEntry/Object ID
2009.0810.022Description
Six local clam shells used by Indians as tools (dishes), food, monetary value. Range in size from 3" to 5" long. Purple and white on inside of shell; purple used as wampum by Indians, as decoration and in trade. White was also used but purple was more valuable (less of it)Collection
Education CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1700Place
Location
Southeastern ConnecticutNotes
Date: pre 1800s