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2 large bones (1 broken) with dull polished points at one end
2 large bones (1 broken) with dull polished points at one end
Object Number 39-69-50/4767
Display Title 2 large bones (1 broken) with dull polished points at one end
Descriptions
Inventory Description Organic, bone, utilized, elongated triangle, rounded base, pointed end, mended
Classification
  • Utilized bone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Neolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Morocco / Tangier
Intrasite Black
Additional Geographic Terms Mugharet el Aliya
Materials Bone
Dimensions Overall: 17.8 x 4 x 1.6 cm (7 x 1 9/16 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 39-69-50/4767; BK/N-D

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