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Awl made from an ulna
Object Number 71-19-40/5638
Display Title Awl made from an ulna
Descriptions
Object Description Ovis, ulna, proximal. Small, but relatively mature. Not modified.
Inventory Description Organic, bone, utilized, awl or flaking tool made from ulna
Classification
  • Utilized bone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Neolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Switzerland
Additional Geographic Terms Lake dwellings; Lake Neuchatel
Materials Bone
Dimensions Overall: 12.6 x 2.6 x 1 cm (4 15/16 x 1 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 5638

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