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Biface
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Object Number 63-31-10/40848
Display Title Biface
Descriptions
Object Description Stone hoe - 7 3/4" x 3 1/4"
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone, biface, tip broken
Classification
  • Hoe
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Illinois
Additional Geographic Terms Illinois, Southern
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 19.5 x 8.3 x 1.7 cm (7 11/16 x 3 1/4 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 63-31-10/40848
Provenance
Collector Dr. Frederic T. Lewis (1920s)
Donor Donated by Mrs. Frederic T. Lewis (Jul 30, 1963)

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