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Object Number 47-54-70/2612
Display Title Sandstone cutter
Descriptions
Inventory Description Stone, worked, triangular with 2 edges
Classification
  • Modified Lithic
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Maori
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / New Zealand
Additional Geographic Terms Shag River
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 9.3 x 8.5 x 1.6 cm (3 11/16 x 3 3/8 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 47-54-70/2612/ D.27.1241/ SHAG RIVER
Provenance
Exchange participant Otago Museum (1947)

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