Scraper
Production date
Unknown
Country
Australia
State/Province
Queensland
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Object detail
Description
Scraper, quartzite scraper exhibiting retouch along margin. Some cortex apparent on one side.
Classification
INDIGENOUS CULTURES Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scraper
Maker
Production date
Unknown
Production place
Measurements
L70 x W44 x H20mm
Media/Materials description
Quartzite
History and use
This tool is a scraper made from quartzite. It has a sharp edge which demonstrates evidence of further shaping, or knapping. This additional knapping on a tool is known as "retouch" and tools were retouched to ensure they maintained a sharp working surface.
Registration number
QE26711
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