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Object Number 44-41-60/8809
Display Title Quartzite awl like tool
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone perforator, awl or similar tool
Classification
  • Awl
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Tamil Nadu / <County> / <City> / Nellore
Additional Geographic Terms Nellore Kalwaya Rd, about 1/2 way between the 3rd and 4th milestones on the
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 4.2 x 4 x 0.9 cm (1 5/8 x 1 9/16 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 44-41-60/8809; A30

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