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Object Number 35-100-40/3463
Display Title 9 chips of Melian obsidian 4 knives in tray E.R.
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone prismatic blade fragments, 1 side scraper
Classification
  • Prismatic blade
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Greece / Cyclades / Melos / <City> / Phylakopi
Intrasite Surface, around the excavations and from the dumps
Additional Geographic Terms Melos Island, on north coast of eastern part of
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 4.3 x 2.1 x 0.4 cm (1 11/16 x 13/16 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 9
Label on object 35-100-40/3463

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