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Fish-hook of antler; asphaltum on shank
Fish-hook of antler; asphaltum on shank
Object Number 94-57-10/R1617
Display Title Fish-hook of antler; asphaltum on shank
Descriptions
Object Description Fish-hook of antler; asphaltum on shank
Inventory Description Organic, antler, utilized, curved and pointed on both ends
Classification
  • Utilized Antler
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / California
Additional Geographic Terms southern
Materials Antler
Dimensions Overall: 3.2 x 4.2 x 0.6 cm (1 1/4 x 1 5/8 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object R1617
Provenance
Provenance Frederick H. Rindge (?)

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