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1944.12.126

Obsidian dagger blade showing striking technique, tip is missing. [SM 26/07/2007]


1944.12.126

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Collection type
Object
Description
Obsidian dagger blade showing striking technique, tip is missing. [SM 26/07/2007]
Geographical reference
Bismarck Archipelago Admiralty Islands
Person
Field collector Walter Leo Hildburgh
PRM source Walter Leo Hildburgh
Date
Date collected
By 1944
Acquisition information
Donated: 1944
Materials and processes
Material Obsidian Stone, Process Flaked
Dimensions
Length: max 109 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1944.12.126 Other numbers: 5589

Search terms: Weapon, Tool, Technique, Dagger, Knife