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Image Not Available for 3 small irregular stone cores, showing microlithic flake scars
3 small irregular stone cores, showing microlithic flake scars
Image Not Available for 3 small irregular stone cores, showing microlithic flake scars
Object Number 39-103-60/6567
Display Title 3 small irregular stone cores, showing microlithic flake scars
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone cores, small, irregular, with cortex
Classification
  • Core
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Mesolithic
  • Paleolithic?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / Sri Lanka / North Western / <County> / <City> / Wilpattu Game Sanctuary
Intrasite Forest Road; Surface
Additional Geographic Terms Northwest Provinces; Pomparippu, Southeast of
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 3.2 x 2.4 x 1.1 cm (1 1/4 x 15/16 x 7/16 in.)
Quantity 3
Label on object 39-103-60/6567

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