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Worked bone awl, 1 end worked to point, other end a joint
Worked bone awl, 1 end worked to point, other end a joint
Object Number 2003.1.904
Display Title Worked bone awl, 1 end worked to point, other end a joint
Descriptions
Object Description Worked bone awl or pin, 1 end worked to point, other end a joint
Inventory Description Worked bone awl, 1/2 lengthwise bone, 1 end worked to point, other end a joint
Classification
  • Awl
Department Ethnographic
Materials Bone
Dimensions Overall: 10.1 x 1.1 x 0.5 cm (4 x 7/16 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 2003.1.904

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