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Catalog Number

CAS 1992-0003-0062   CAS 1992-0003-0062; Awl or needle
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Awl or needle
Culture Native Alaskan
Global Region North America
Country USA
State/Prov./Dist. Alaska
County unknown
Other Geographic Data unknown
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name N/A
Materials Ivory
Description Awl or needle made from ivory splinter; Distal end tapers to sharp, thin point; All surfaces are highly polished; Portion of drilled hole remains on proximal end.
Dimensions (cm) Max Diam = 0.7, Length = 11.5