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1937.56.39

Obsidian core, with cortex remaining on approx. 50%. [MN 07/05/2010]


1937.56.39

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Collection type
Object
Description
Obsidian core, with cortex remaining on approx. 50%. [MN 07/05/2010]
Geographical reference
South Aegean Cyclades [Kikládhes] Milos [Melos]
Date / Period
Archaeological period: Neolithic, uncertain Archaeological period: Bronze Age, uncertain
Date collected
17th April 1906 17/03/1906
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1937
Materials and processes
Material Obsidian Stone, Process Flaked
Dimensions
Length: max 30 mm, Depth: max 20 mm, Width: max 29 mm, Weight 19 g
Object numbers
Accession number: 1937.56.39

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