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Rubbed slate lance or spear blade
Image Not Available for Rubbed slate lance or spear blade
Object Number 50-45-10/33021
Display Title Rubbed slate lance or spear blade
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone projectile point, ovate base
Classification
  • Ovate Projectile Point
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Alaska
Intrasite Barrow
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 6.9 x 3.6 x 0.7 cm (2 11/16 x 1 7/16 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 50-45-10/33021 & 3228-10

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