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Awl, metal, incised and notched handle, perforated; smooth, tapered point
Awl, metal, incised and notched handle, perforated; smooth, tapered point
Object Number 975-51-50/11951
Display Title Awl, metal, incised and notched handle, perforated; smooth, tapered point
Descriptions
Object Description Large pin or awl-shaped metal object, distal end is square with hole through it, tapering to a round point (dull). Notched design on square end, with geometric cross designs on sides of same.
Inventory Description Awl, metal, incised and notched handle, perforated, smooth, tapered point
Classification
  • Awl
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Tuareg
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Algeria?
Materials Metal
Dimensions Overall: 9.4 x 1.1 x 0.7 cm (3 11/16 x 7/16 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-51-50/11951

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