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Pyramidal quartzite core with plain striking platform
Pyramidal quartzite core with plain striking platform
Object Number 36-96-50/1679
Display Title Pyramidal quartzite core with plain striking platform
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone core
Classification
  • Core
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: 9.2 × 8.2 × 7.4 cm (3 5/8 × 3 1/4 × 2 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 36-96-50/1679; N4 / M

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