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2 small quartzite flakes with prepared striking platform, showing signs of use
2 small quartzite flakes with prepared striking platform, showing signs of use
Object Number 36-96-50/1694
Display Title 2 small quartzite flakes with prepared striking platform, showing signs of use
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone chipping debris, flakes, prepared striking platform, used
Classification
  • Chipping debris
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Acheulean
  • Levalloisian
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Uganda / Western Province / <County> / <City> / Nsongezi
Intrasite N horizon of 100' terrace
Additional Geographic Terms Kagera River; Tanganyika border
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall (Measurement of one): 5.8 x 3.4 x 1.3 cm (2 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 36-96-50/1694; O.7./S

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