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One arrow of cane shaft, badly splintered, metal head leaf shaped and twisted.
One arrow of cane shaft, badly splintered, metal head leaf shaped and twisted.
Object Number 46-78-50/6112
Display Title One arrow of cane shaft, badly splintered, metal head leaf shaped and twisted.
Descriptions
Inventory Description Arrow, small ovate metal point, spiral stem, reed shaft with fiber cord wrap
Classification
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Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Materials Reed, Metal, Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 50.4 x 0.8 x 0.6 cm (19 13/16 x 5/16 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46.78.50/6112
Provenance
Owner William T. Shepherd (12/19/1900)
Collector Mr. Ernest T. Jackson (12/19/1900 - 1916)
Donor Mr. Patrick T. Jackson (1916 - 11/27/1946)

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