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Object Number 53-19-60/10289
Display Title Quartzite oval-shaped core, used as a scraper
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone core, oval, used as scraper
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Core
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Kuliana
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Orissa / Mayurbhanj / <City> / Patinje
Intrasite Laterites
Materials Quartzite
Dimensions Overall: 8 x 5.9 x 3.5 cm (3 1/8 x 2 5/16 x 1 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 53-19-60/10289; (96); PTJ-sf-3

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