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Object Number 39-38-40/5415
Display Title 6 large flint trimming flakes with expanding sides and broad straight ends - som
Descriptions
Object Description 6 large flint trimming flakes with expanding sides and broad straight ends - some showing evidence of use
Inventory Description Stone, chipped stone chipping debris, primary flakes, evidence of use, grey, tan
Classification
  • Primary Flake
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Acheulean III
  • Acheulean II
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / France
Intrasite 30 metre terrace
Additional Geographic Terms Somme Valley; Cagny
Materials Chert
Dimensions Overall: 13.3 x 11.2 x 2.8 cm (5 1/4 x 4 7/16 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity 6
Label on object 39-38-40/5415; CAGNY/SOMME

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