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Obsidian flakes
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Object Number 28-1-20/C10409
Display Title Obsidian flakes
Descriptions
Object Description Flake, obsidian
Inventory Description Chipped stone obsidian prismatic blades, one tapered
Classification
  • Prismatic blade
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Zapotec
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Oaxaca
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 12.9 x 3.5 x 1.1 cm (5 1/16 x 1 3/8 x 7/16 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 28-1-20/C10409; 10-1000

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