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Flint disks
Object Number 29-53-20/C10894
Display Title Flint disks
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone discs, circular with worked edges.
Classification
  • Modified Lithic
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Belize / Cayo / <County> / <City> / Baking pot
Intrasite Mound G
Additional Geographic Terms Belize River, south bank; El Cayo, 6 miles from
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 5 x 5.3 x 1.5 cm (1 15/16 x 2 1/16 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object C10894; 1G

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