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Chert chisel
Object Number 52-17-50/9759
Display Title Chert chisel
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone edged tool, chisel?, pointed end, chipped end
Classification
  • Edged Tools
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Wilton
  • Smithfield C
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / South Africa
Intrasite Surface
Additional Geographic Terms Orange Free State, Various sites in the
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 2.6 x 1.8 x 1.1 cm (1 x 11/16 x 7/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 52-17-50/9759; 12

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