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Object Number 20-30-50/B2563
Display Title "Parrot beaks"
Descriptions
Inventory Description Chipped stone modified lithic, parrot beaks, serrated
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Modified Lithic
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Morocco / <State> / <County> / <City> / El Azrir
Additional Geographic Terms Sahara, northern
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 1.6 x 3.5 x 0.8 cm (5/8 x 1 3/8 x 5/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object B/2563

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#1
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Faunal
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