Description:
This classification should be used when small, unidentifiable portions of a shell edge are present on a sherd. It is often the case that the decoration can be identified as a shell edge but not enough is present to name the exact band. Shell Edge, unid. should be used in these cases.
Stylistic Genre:
Shell Edge. Select Shell Edge plus the appropriate color (i.e. Shell Edge Blue, Shell Edge, Green, etc.)
Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd:
Stylistic Genre |
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Shell Edge, blue |
Interior/Exterior | Location | Decorative Technique | Color | Stylistic Element | Motif |
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Interior | Proximal Rim | Painted, under free hand | Blue, muted dark | Shell Edge, unid. | Individual A |
Interior | Proximal Rim | Molded | Not Applicable | Shell Edge, unid. | Individual A |