Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10499171 | Journal of Archaeological Science | 2012 | 17 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We analyse 23 worked bones from the MSA levels of Sibudu Cave. ⺠We use microscopy, experimental replication and ethnographic data. ⺠We identify wedges, pièces esquillées, pressure flakers, smoothers, notched pieces. ⺠We show these objects are at least 30 ka years older than those found in Europe. ⺠We argue these tools reflect a regional tradition.
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Authors
Francesco d'Errico, Lucinda R. Backwell, Lyn Wadley,