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Object Number
48-44-10/31586
Display Title
Point
Descriptions
Object Description
Stone point
Tear drop shaped. Few small step fractures cause center to be thicker than probably desired. Entire circumference is sharp - no ground edges. Possible hefting polish at highest point on both faces. Residue on very tip of point, opposite face from shown.
Inventory Description
Point
Department
Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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New Mexico
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Bat Cave
Intrasite
Area III, Section C-1; depth stk 60-72"
Additional Geographic Terms
San Augustin, Plains of
Materials
Chert
Dimensions
Overall: 4.1 x 2.5 cm (1 5/8 x 1 in.)
Overall, Weight: 6 g (0.006 kg)
Quantity
1
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