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Obsidian flakes
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Object Number 96-37-20/C1306
Display Title Obsidian flakes
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone fragment, prismatic blade, obsidian
Classification
  • Prismatic blade
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Michoacan / <County> / <City> / Zinapecuaro
Materials Obsidian
Dimensions Overall: 3.9 x 0.7 x 0.3 cm (1 9/16 x 1/4 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity 7
Label on object C1306; Zinapecuaro

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