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2005.6.5 - retouched flake

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Object Typeretouched flake Place CollectedNorth America: Nicaragua

Item Details

Object Typeretouched flake Place CollectedNorth America: Nicaragua
Accession Number 2005.6.5 Title retouched flake Object Status original Category lithic tools Object Type retouched flake Portion proximal fragment; medial fragment Creator unknown Place Collected North America: Nicaragua Cultural Region Mesoamerica Provenience unknown Materials lithic > sedimentary > cryptocrystalline silica > chert Techniques chipped-stone Description Incurvate-straight blade, pointed-convex base, expanding flaking, continuous retouch. Credit Line Bryan, Alan L., Dr.; Gruhn, Dr. Ruth
Dorsal view of a retouched flakeUniversity of Alberta, Department of Anthropology
Ventral view of a retouched flakeUniversity of Alberta, Department of Anthropology

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"2005.6.5 - retouched flake, Bryan/Gruhn Archaeology Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/17-18771. Accessed 10 May. 2024.

Publications

Author Loy, T.; Powel, G.R.
Title Archaeological data recording guide
Publication Date 1977