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Obsidian flakes; edges chipped by use.
Obsidian flakes; edges chipped by use.
Object Number 58-34-20/39648
Display Title Obsidian flakes; edges chipped by use.
Descriptions
Subject
  • Chipped Stone
  • Artifact
  • Obsidian
  • Biface
Department Photographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala / Guatemala / <County> / Guatemala City / Kaminaljuyu
Intrasite Hospital Site

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