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Image Not Available for 2 chert & quartzite points - one heavily weathered
2 chert & quartzite points - one heavily weathered
Image Not Available for 2 chert & quartzite points - one heavily weathered
Object Number 37-74-50/2150
Display Title 2 chert & quartzite points - one heavily weathered
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone projectile points, ovate, 1 heavily weathered
Classification
  • Projectile Point
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Mousterian
  • Acheulean
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Morocco / <State> / <County> / Tit Mellil
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 4.1 x 2.6 x 1.1 cm (1 5/8 x 1 x 7/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 37-74-50/2150

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