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AZTEC BIFACE This Aztec biface is double-notched near the base. Whether this was an artistic addition by the knapper or something that was actually used to haft the knife onto a handle would be difficult to say. This large knife is very heavily patinated, which is evident by the much lighter color on one side. This biface was made with very uniform and skillfully done percussion flaking. It is widest near the point and the edges taper to a pointed base. It was made from a semi-translucent amber colored chert that has light colored inclusions. This large biface measures 12 inches (30.5 cm) long and 3 inches (7.6 cm) wide.
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