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Object Number 52-17-50/9751
Display Title Dolorite rubbing stone
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, ground stone abrading stone, rubbing stone, oval base
Classification
  • Abrading Stone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Smithfield B
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / South Africa
Intrasite Surface
Additional Geographic Terms Orange Free State, Various sites in the
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 6.8 x 6.3 x 5.7 cm (2 11/16 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 52-17-50/9751; 64/38

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