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Image Not Available for Cryptocrystalline side-notched projectile point. approx. 4 cm. x 2 cm.
Cryptocrystalline side-notched projectile point. approx. 4 cm. x 2 cm.
Image Not Available for Cryptocrystalline side-notched projectile point. approx. 4 cm. x 2 cm.
Object Number 970-30-10/51088
Display Title Cryptocrystalline side-notched projectile point. approx. 4 cm. x 2 cm.
Descriptions
Object Description Cryptocrystalline side-notched projectile point. approx. 4 cm. x 2 cm.
Inventory Description Chipped stone projectile point, stemmed
Classification
  • Stemmed Projectile Point
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Kentucky / Muhlenberg County / Greenville
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 x 2.9 x 0.5 cm (1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 970-30-10/51088
Provenance
Provenance Victor H. Oates (1915-1920)

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