2 Fist axes - stone – Objects

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Object Number 35-8-60/2370

Display Title 2 Fist axes - stone

Descriptions

Inventory Description Chipped stone bifaces, handaxes, ovate, 1 w. thick pebble butt

Classification

Department Archaeological

Culture

Paleolithic

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Asia / India

Intrasite Surface

Additional Geographic Terms Madras Presidency: Nellore, 3 miles west of

Materials Stone

Dimensions Overall: 12.1 x 8.9 x 4.6 cm (4 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 1 13/16 in.)

Quantity 2

Label on object 35-8-60/2370

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