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Obsidian chip.
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Object Number 50-25-20/13233
Display Title Obsidian chip.
Descriptions
Object Description Obsidian chip. Debitage, obsidian
Inventory Description Chipped stone prismatic blade, obsidian
Classification
  • Prismatic blade
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Federal District / Miguel Hidalgo / <City> / Tlaltenango
Additional Geographic Terms Valley of Mexico
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 7.4 x 3.4 x 0.9 cm (2 15/16 x 1 5/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 50-25-20/13233; Tlaltenalco/(Atzcapozalco)

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