“…Notable pieces of architecture such as ceremonial platforms, ball courts, great wall houses and aqueducts, as well as other archaeological materials such as polychrome pottery, characterize Paquimé's archaeological remains. Additionally, significant amounts of marine shells, copper bells, pieces of turquoise and other faunal remains suggest that this cultural center acted as an important trading hub (Di Peso, 1974; Minnis and Whalen, ; VanPool and VanPool, ; Whalen, ).…”