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Stone chopper (quartzite)
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Object Number 51-44-10/46270
Display Title Stone chopper (quartzite)
Descriptions
Object Description Stone chopper
Inventory Description Chipped stone edged tool, chopper, made on core
Classification
  • Chopper
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / New Mexico / Catron County / Cerro Colorado / Site 638
Intrasite Pithouse 3 (structure 3), Level 1
Additional Geographic Terms Cerro Colorado
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 10.2 x 8.6 x 4.2 cm (4 x 3 3/8 x 1 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 51-44-10/46270; 3399

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