Polished stone celt

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Object Number 90-27-20/C2891

Display Title Polished stone celt

Descriptions

Inventory Description Stone, ground stone, axe, 6 surfaces, hightly worked, 2 sides, polished

Classification

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Central America / Panama / Chiriqui

Materials Stone

Dimensions Overall: 11.6 x 3.9 x 2.5 cm (4 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 1 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object C/2891

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