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Object Number 48-44-10/34234
Display Title Cordage
Descriptions
Object Description Cordage. Six fragments of vegetal fiber cordage. 4 are made of harder fibers, 2 of a softer fiber, most likely apocynum. Cord #3 is tied in the middle with an overhand knot. Cord #4 is more complex - a Z-spun strand and a 2z spun strand are plyed S-wise. #4 is also a different fiber, maybe grass.
Inventory Description Organic, fiber cordage fragments
Classification
  • Cordage
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / New Mexico / <County> / <City> / Bat Cave
Intrasite Area III, Sec. 1B, 24-36 inches
Additional Geographic Terms San Augustin, Plains of
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 7.9 x 4.2 x 0.4 cm (3 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 8

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