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2 large-sized quartzite hand axes, roughly oval in form and with pebble butt
2 large-sized quartzite hand axes, roughly oval in form and with pebble butt
Object Number 53-19-60/10267
Display Title 2 large-sized quartzite hand axes, roughly oval in form and with pebble butt
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone bifaces, handaxes, roughly ovate, thick butted, pointed tips
Classification
  • Axe
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Kuliana
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Orissa / Mayurbhanj / <City> / Nuaberi
Intrasite Laterites
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 17 x 9.3 x 7.6 cm (6 11/16 x 3 11/16 x 3 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 53-19-60/10267; (43); (26); NB40; NB41

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