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Obsidian Core

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Description: An obsidian core or blank. Glassy obsidian provided a razor-sharp edge for fine cutting.

Dimensions: Approximately 10 cm long.

Collection: On display at the Montezuma Castle National Monument Visitor Center (Catalog No. MOCA 633).