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Large quartzite ovate hand axe, well flaked on both surfaces with well trimmed b
Large quartzite ovate hand axe, well flaked on both surfaces with well trimmed b
Object Number 53-19-60/10269
Display Title Large quartzite ovate hand axe, well flaked on both surfaces with well trimmed b
Descriptions
Object Description Large quartzite ovate hand axe, well flaked on both surfaces with well trimmed butt
Inventory Description Chipped stone biface, handaxe, ovate, thicker at center, rounded ends
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Axe
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Kuliana
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Orissa / Mayurbhanj / <City> / Nuaberi
Intrasite Laterites
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 16 x 12.4 x 5.7 cm (6 5/16 x 4 7/8 x 2 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 53-19-60/10269; (16); NB 23

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