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Coal fragments, 1 burned; 2 asphalt fragments with brick inclusions; 1 slag fragment
Coal fragments, 1 burned; 2 asphalt fragments with brick inclusions; 1 slag fragment
Object Number 2011.14.464
Display Title Coal fragments, 1 burned; 2 asphalt fragments with brick inclusions; 1 slag fragment
Descriptions
Inventory Description Coal fragments, 1 burned; 2 asphalt fragments with brick inclusions; 1 slag fragment
Classification
  • Unclassified
  • Coal/clinker
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Middlesex County / Cambridge / Harvard Yard
Intrasite H910 Level 4, 56-78cmbd
Materials Coal
Dimensions Overall: 3.9 × 2.6 × 1.9 cm (1 9/16 × 1 × 3/4 in.)
Quantity 3

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