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Accession Number 996.1.12 Title triangular basal retouched point Object Status original Category lithic tools Object Type projectile point Portion complete Creator unknown Place Collected Africa: Northeast Cultural Region Northern Africa Collected By Ami, H. M. Dr. Provenience unknown Materials lithic > sedimentary > cryptocrystalline silica > flint Techniques chipped-stone Measurements overall: 3.0 cm x 1.2 cm x .4 cm Description May have some cortex on one side. Bitriangular, straight-excurvate edged, pointed-convex base, continuous retouch, expanding flaking. F. Bordes' type 6. Similar to Rozoy point type 16. Period Neolithic Credit Line Ami, Dr. H. M.