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Socket end of atlatl shaft (?)
Socket end of atlatl shaft (?)
Object Number 29-5-10/A6385
Display Title Socket end of atlatl shaft (?)
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, wood, worked stick, partially drilled and burnt on one end, broken
Classification
  • Worked Wood
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Utah / Sanpete County / Grover / Site 11; Fish Creek Cove
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 13.4 x 1.3 x 1.4 cm (5 1/4 x 1/2 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object A6385
Provenance
Provenance Peabody Museum Expedition (1928)
Provenance Noel Morss (1928)

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