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Small quartzite pick-like implement or possibly side scraper
Small quartzite pick-like implement or possibly side scraper
Object Number 36-96-50/1672
Display Title Small quartzite pick-like implement or possibly side scraper
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone edged tool, pick, roughly ovate, curved point, flat side
Classification
  • Pick
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Middle Acheulean
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Uganda / Western Province / <County> / <City> / Nsongezi
Intrasite M horizon of 100' terrace
Additional Geographic Terms Kagera River; Tanganyika border
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 12.5 x 6.1 x 3.8 cm (4 15/16 x 2 3/8 x 1 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 36-96-50/1672; N.4./M

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