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Spear Shaft

2014.03.0590A

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Artifact Identification Spear Shaft   (2014.03.0590A)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
    2. :
  2. Armaments
    3. :
  3. Edged Weapons
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date N/A
Culture Samburu

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 82.5 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 4.7 cm
Dimension 3 (Height) 2.3 cm
Weight 165 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Plant--Wood
Manufacturing Processes Carved

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography

Nakamura, Kyoko. Adornments of the Samburu in Northern Kenya: A Comprehensive List. Kyoto University: Kyoto, 2005.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Lynn and Michael Noel Collection
Reproduction N/A

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