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Hafted stone axe - handle of wood; hafting done with strips of leather+
Hafted stone axe - handle of wood; hafting done with strips of leather+
Object Number 42-12-30/3600
Display Title Hafted stone axe - handle of wood; hafting done with strips of leather+
Descriptions
Object Description Hafted stone axe - handle of wood; hafting done with strips of leather+
Inventory Description Ground stone axe head, attached to wooden handle with woven leather strap
Classification
  • Axe
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Nazca
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Stone, Wood
Dimensions Overall: 36.3 x 13.4 x 3.3 cm (14 5/16 x 5 1/4 x 1 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 42-12-30/3600

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