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Object Number 975-18-50/11845
Display Title Stone tool, one flaked surface; one plain. Possibly a scraper. Slight convexit
Descriptions
Object Description Stone tool, one flaked surface; one plain. Possibly a scraper. Slight convexity, flaked surface. 8.5 cm l x 4.5 cm w
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone, edged tool, scraper, tan, 1 surface flaked
Classification
  • Scraper
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Algeria / <State> / <County> / <City> / Adrar Bous
Additional Geographic Terms Sahara, South Central; Tenere district
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 8.8 x 4.8 x 1.5 cm (3 7/16 x 1 7/8 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-18-50/11845

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