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Object Number 39-70-60/6436
Display Title Hammerstone? - chipped, partially pecked smooth
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone hammerstone? or unfinished axe, ovate, smooth sides
Classification
  • Chipped Stone
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Bihar
Asia / India / Orissa / Mayurbhanj / <City> / Chakradharpur
Intrasite Surface
Additional Geographic Terms Singbham District; Chaibasa Road
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 8.1 x 6.4 x 3.2 cm (3 3/16 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 39-70-60/6436

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