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Object Number
47-60-60/9887
Display Title
Small quartzite discoidal core of scraper (?), thick triangular piece, rolled
Descriptions
Object Description
Small quartzite discoidal core of scraper (?), thick triangular piece, rolled & deeply stained, has broad edge as result of intersection of steep flaked sides by "step" technique.
Inventory Description
Chipped stone edged tool, scraper, discoidal, made on core, rolled
Classification
- Scraper
Department
Archaeological
Culture
- Acheulean
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia
/
India
/
Mumbai
Intrasite
Gravel bed
Additional Geographic Terms
Ghadhara Nala
Materials
Quartzite
Dimensions
Overall: 8.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm (3 3/8 x 2 9/16 x 1 5/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
47-60-60/9887; 314; G. Aghada/17-1-49
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