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Object Number 38-73-50/3304
Display Title Large blade showing signs of use. Pointed blade possibly used as a perforator
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone blades, 1 pointed, show signs of use, 1 with cortex
Classification
  • Blade
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Eneolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Additional Geographic Terms French Mauretania: Cap Blanc
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 7.4 x 2.1 x 1 cm (2 15/16 x 13/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 38-73-50/3304; 200530; 200528
Provenance
Collector Louis Didon

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