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Heavy iron axe
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Object Number 48-36-50/7283
Display Title Heavy iron axe
Descriptions
Inventory Description Metal, tool axe, large, corroded iron, surface flaking, broken
Classification
  • Axe
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Liberia
Additional Geographic Terms Firestone Plantation
Materials Iron
Dimensions Overall: 27.6 x 5.4 x 1.2 cm (10 7/8 x 2 1/8 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 6
Label on object 48-36-50/7283
Provenance
Collector Dr. George W. Harley
Seller Dr. George W. Harley (1948)

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