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Object Number 39-69-50/4757
Display Title 4 whole or fragmentary disc-shaped rubbing stones of various rock materials
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, ground stone abrading stones, 2 flat sides, rounded edges, 2 broken
Classification
  • Abrading Stone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Neolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Morocco / Tangier
Intrasite Black
Additional Geographic Terms Mugharet el Aliya
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 16.8 x 12 x 4 cm (6 5/8 x 4 3/4 x 1 9/16 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 39-69-50/4757; BK/ND

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