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Object Number 40-25-50/4578
Display Title Grooved stone probably used for sharpening points
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, ground stone grooved stone, volcanic, grooves on both sides
Classification
  • Grooved Stone
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Additional Geographic Terms Cap Menul?
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 5.1 x 10 x 6.6 cm (2 x 3 15/16 x 2 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 40-25-50/4578; 1909./9

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