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Object Number 78-64-40/16686
Display Title Bone awls; Sharpened ulna bone pieces
Descriptions
Object Description Sharpened ulna bone pieces. 11 sharpened ulnas; 1 of another bone. Modified, moderately weathered.
Inventory Description Organic, bone, utilized, tapered to point one end, smoothed
Classification
  • Utilized bone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • ancient European styles and periods
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Switzerland
Additional Geographic Terms Lake Bienne
Materials Bone
Dimensions Overall: 13.4 x 2.8 x 1 cm (5 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 12
Label on object 16686

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