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Object Number 39-70-60/6338
Display Title 4 stone flakes used in manufacture of microliths
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone chipping debris, flakes
Classification
  • Flake
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Tamil Nadu / <County> / <City> / Fort Hill
Intrasite Surface
Additional Geographic Terms Madras Presidency; Bellary District
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 8.7 x 6 x 1.9 cm (3 7/16 x 2 3/8 x 3/4 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 39-70-60/6338

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