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Metate on surface near pit 7 -- 1.16" by 12", th. 4; shallow, pecked depression 10" x 6"
Metate on surface near pit 7 -- 1.16" by 12", th. 4; shallow, pecked depression 10" x 6"
Object Number 2005.3.204.7
Display Title Metate on surface near pit 7 -- 1.16" by 12", th. 4; shallow, pecked depression 10" x 6"
Descriptions
Subject
  • Household
  • Metate
  • Archaeology
Department Photographic
Date 6/3/1937
Artist Dr. John P. Gillin
Culture
  • Great Basin
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Utah / Piute County / Marysvale / Marysvale 7
Intrasite Pit 7
Materials Negative, black and white
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)

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