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Object Number 35-46-30/987
Display Title Serpentine celt
Descriptions
Object Description Celt
Inventory Description Small stone ax, grooved notch on one side, polished.
Classification
  • Ground Stone
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Bahamas / New Providence Island?
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 6.5 x 3.5 x 1.5 cm (2 9/16 x 1 3/8 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 35-46-30/987

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