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Quartzite-flakes two with facetted striking platforms
Quartzite-flakes two with facetted striking platforms
Object Number 44-41-60/8806
Display Title Quartzite-flakes two with facetted striking platforms
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone chipping debris, flakes with two facetted striking platforms
Classification
  • Flake
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Tamil Nadu / <County> / <City> / Nellore
Additional Geographic Terms Nellore Kalwaya Rd. crossing; 1/2 way between the 3rd and 4th milestones on the
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.8 cm (2 11/16 x 1 5/8 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 6
Label on object 44-41-60/8806; A57; A63; A144; A162; A267; A279

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