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Object Number 53-8-40/6570
Display Title Flint end scraper: opposing point shows Solutrean retouch on upper face
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone edged tool, end scraper, retouched upper face, ovate, grey
Classification
  • Scraper
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Upper Paleolithic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / France / Dordogne / <County> / Les Eyzies
Intrasite Laugerie Haute
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 4.2 x 2.4 x 0.6 cm (1 5/8 x 15/16 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 53-8-40/6570; 20; LH

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