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Broken bone implement
Object Number 2002.1.1838
Display Title Broken bone implement
Descriptions
Object Description Broken bone implement
Inventory Description Unclassified tool, carved ivory, cylindrical w/ perforations, 1 domed end, broke
Classification
  • Tools
Department Ethnographic
Materials Ivory
Dimensions Overall: 10 x 4.1 x 3.1 cm (3 15/16 x 1 5/8 x 1 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 2002.1.1838

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