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CAS Anthropology Collections Database


Catalog Number

CAS 1992-0003-0122   CAS 1992-0003-0122; Antler implement
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Antler implement
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 Antler
Description Possible gun rust, Y-shaped in overall shape and cut from section of antler to include juncture of two tines; Decorative incised lines frame contours of edges; Two large drilled holes located on widest part, probably for hafting; Partially drilled hole located on adjacent face, between first two holes.
Dimensions (cm) Width = 6.4, Thickness = 1.7, Length = 12.4