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Object Number 47-60-60/9923
Display Title Chalcedony microlithic backed blade
Descriptions
Object Description Chalcedony microlithic backed blade with plano-convex section and leaf-shaped outline;
Inventory Description Chipped stone blade, microlithic, leaf-shaped, backed
Classification
  • Blade
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Mesolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Gujarat / <County> / Langhnaj
Intrasite Mound II, Pit 1, D4, 3'-4'
Materials Chalcedony
Dimensions Overall: 2.1 x 1 x 0.3 cm (13/16 x 3/8 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 47-60-60/9923; 514; E.L.2

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