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Object Number 52-9-40/6512
Display Title Flint double burin? : one end used as punch (?) shows heavy wear. Other end worn
Descriptions
Object Description Flint double burin? : one end used as punch (?) shows heavy wear. Other end worn on inner face
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone edged tool, graver, double burin?, 1 end punch? 1 end worn
Classification
  • Graver
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Upper Paleolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / France / Dordogne / <County> / Les Eyzies
Intrasite Grotte d'Oreille d'Enfer
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 2.6 x 5.2 x 2.1 cm (1 x 2 1/16 x 13/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 52-9-40/6512; 3; OE; Punch?

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Abri du Roc de St. Cirq
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Abri du Roc de St. Cirq
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