Summary
The leilira blade most likely originated from the legendary quarry of Ngilipidji in the country of the Wagelag clan. The resin remaining on the proximal end indicates it was mounted onto a shaft to make a spear.
Local Name
ngambi
Physical Description
A quartzite blade with remnants of resin on proximal end. The word "Milingimbi" is written on surface in white ink.
More Information
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Object/Medium
Spearhead
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Maker
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Locality
Milingimbi, Eastern Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia
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Fully Extended
165 mm (Length), 52 mm (Width), 15 mm (Height)
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Type of item
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Discipline
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Category
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands