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Object Number 71-19-40/5363
Display Title Teeth of dogs. Canine teeth, probably canis familiaris.
Descriptions
Object Description Teeth of dogs, drilled. Canine teeth, probably canis familiaris. Permanent canine. Some cracked (some in half). Modified: some with roots perforated; concave indentations carved into roots.
Inventory Description Organic, bone, faunal remain, teeth, possibly of dog
Classification
  • Faunal Remain
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Switzerland
Additional Geographic Terms Lake dwellings; lake Neuchatel
Materials Tooth
Dimensions Overall: 3.2 x 0.9 x 0.4 cm (1 1/4 x 3/8 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 5363

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