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Object Number 65-47-20/22979
Display Title 3 stone celts
Descriptions
Object Description Celt, stone
Inventory Description Ground stone, celts, basal end rounded, opposite ends tapers to a broad edge, edges worn smooth
Classification
  • Axe
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala
Additional Geographic Terms Highlands
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall (Measurement of largest ): 11.2 x 5.9 x 3.1 cm (4 7/16 x 2 5/16 x 1 1/4 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 65-47-20/22979

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