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Object Number 35-31-50/1254Q
Display Title Large molar
Descriptions
Inventory Description Partial tooth of large animal
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Bone
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Basa
  • Basa
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Cameroon
Additional Geographic Terms Cameroon, southern
Materials Tooth
Dimensions Overall: 3.4 x 2.2 x 1.8 cm (1 5/16 x 7/8 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 35-31-50/1254Q

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