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Object Number 34-100-40/1677
Display Title 2 rock crystal objects
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone implements, clear rock crystal, ovate, triangular
Classification
  • Chipped Stone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Lower Mousterian
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / France
Intrasite Level L.M.
Additional Geographic Terms Abri des Merveilles; Castel-Merle, Sergeac, Dordogne, at
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 2.6 x 2.2 x 1.5 cm (1 x 7/8 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 34-100-40/1677; 3

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