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Catalog Number

CAS 0143-0694   CAS 0143-0694; Mortar
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Mortar
Culture unidentified Native American (California Indian?)
Global Region North America
Country USA
State/Prov./Dist. California, possibly
County
Other Geographic Data unknown
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture unknown (pre-1906)
Collection Name N/A
Materials Stone
Description Small bowl-shaped mortar that has been pecked and ground to overall round shape from larger boulder, possibly one that had already been water worn; Deep round, u-shaped cavity has been worn in center of mortar from long term use; Overall color is tan to gray.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 11.0, Depth = 8.0, Rim Diam = 11.0, Max Diam = 18.5