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Sandy laterite soil samples
Image Not Available for Sandy laterite soil samples
Object Number 39-70-60/6451
Display Title Sandy laterite soil samples
Descriptions
Inventory Description Raw material, soil, chipped stone samples, red, sandy
Classification
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / India / Pudukkottai / <County> / <City> / Malayadipatti
Intrasite Surface
Additional Geographic Terms India, South; Pudukkottai State; Kolattur Taluk
Materials Stone, Soil
Dimensions Overall: 6.1 x 8.8 x 2.5 cm (2 3/8 x 3 7/16 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1 bag
Label on object 39-70-60/6451

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