Database Field Information

Identification Number - A Mesoamerican Three-Dimensional Imaging Project number (e.g., M3D001a) will be assigned to each object.

Origin Site - The site in which the artifact originated, if known.

Artifact Identification - Pieces are identified according to published data when available.

Location - Current location of the artifact, as applicable.

Dimensions - Height, width, depth and diameter as possible. Note that sub-millimeter measurements are available in all three-dimensional images when viewed in Geomagic.

Artifact Type - Monument or artifact type as possible (e.g., mask, pendant, stela, panel, etc.).

Artifact Medium - The type of material from which the artifact is constructed.

Inscription - Y/N if an inscription exists.

Dating - Chronological era as well as specific date if exists on the artifact.

Notes - The authors will generally provide details of the scanning project that include methods, data collection, reports, and pertinent background information.

Collaborators - Individuals, organizations, or institutions who assisted or supported the data collection and those who contributed data.

Line Drawing - Line drawing if known.

Photograph - Photograph if known.

Scan Image - 3D Scan image(s).

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