essay

Shell

Excavations at Snaketown, Harold S. Gladwin, Emil W. Haury, E. B. Sayles, Nora Gladwin • (25) • Published In 1965 • Pages: 135-153

By: Haury, Emil W. (Emil Walter).

Abstract

This article is a study of the various ways in which shell is worked and utilized by the Hohokam. Techniques of working shell are detailed, along with descriptions and illustrations of the various artifacts produced (e.g., ornaments, tools, mosaics, etc.). Some limited information is also given on the source of the shell for the Hohokam.

HRAF PubDate

2010

Region

North America

Sub Region

Southwest and Basin

Document Type

essay

Evaluation

Creator Type

Archaeologist

Document Rating

4: Excellent Secondary Data

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

John Beierle; 2009

Field Date

no date

Coverage Date

1700-500 BP (AD 300-1500)

Coverage Place

Snaketown, Arizona, United States

Notes

By Emil W. Haury

For bibliographical references see document 53:Gladwin

LCCN

65023304

LCSH

Hohokam culture

Excavations (Archaeology)--Arizona--Snaketown

Snaketown Site (Ariz.)