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179 chert blade-like flakes, used as side scrapers or knives
179 chert blade-like flakes, used as side scrapers or knives
Object Number 37-11-50/1913
Display Title 179 chert blade-like flakes, used as side scrapers or knives
Descriptions
Object Description Stone, chipped stone blades, some w/ cortex, some broken
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone blades, some with cortex, some broken
Classification
  • Blade
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Neolithic?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Senegal
Additional Geographic Terms Senegal, Upper; Yelimane, near
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 1.8 x 6.5 x 1.2 cm (11/16 x 2 9/16 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 179
Label on object 37-11-50/1913; B/2391; 2; 5; 14; 20; 38

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/Ai Ha !O Pan
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/Ai Ha !O Pan
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