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Chisel-shaped copper implements
Chisel-shaped copper implements
Object Number 21-15-30/F371
Display Title Chisel-shaped copper implements
Descriptions
Object Description Chisel-shaped copper implements. One with rectangular cross section and remains of socket. 150 mm x 20 mm x 25 mm. Reddish brown corrosion product. The other: split tubular socket, 155 mm x 6 mm, tube wall 4 mm at outer edge. Loose green corrosion product.
Inventory Description Copper chisel heads, solid pointed tip, hollow end socket, 1 broken.
Classification
  • Adze
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / La Libertad Region / Pacasmayo Province / Jequetepeque
Materials Copper
Dimensions Overall: 15.4 x 3.6 x 3.3 cm (6 1/16 x 1 7/16 x 1 5/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object F371
Provenance
Collector A. W. Robinson (ca 1896 - 1921)
Donor A. W. Robinson (ca 1896 - 1921)

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