Cobble Chopper Item Number: 2023.O.007:38 from the Sto:lo Research & Resource Management Centre

Description

A very large cobble chopper. The belonging is a light grey with a blue tinge, and a fine grain. The dorsal surface has some cortex before dropping off suddenly to expose the worked surface. The worked portion shows some flake arrises, and some use-wear along the edge/blade of the belonging. The surface has a sanded-down feel, and some linger tan patina buildup.

Notes

No other supporting documentation for this collection have been recorded.

Donated by the Clayburn Village Community Society on May.15, 2023.

Collected by Cyril Holbrow throughout his lifetime (1921-2021,) Found while living on his farming properties- he was a naturalist and knew the area very well. He donated his finds to the Clayburn Village Community Society.

Provenance

Exact provenience is unknown.

Items were found in the Clayburn and Maple Grove areas within Abbotsford.