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Mano and Metate - Tonto National Monument

Mano and Metate

Mano & Metate

The mano (Spanish for hand) and metate (the larger stone surface) were stone grinding tools used by the Salado people. Primitive hand powered mills, such as this one on the floor of the Lower Cliff Dwelling, were commonplace in Southwestern agricultural societies. They were used to crush corn, beans, seeds and nuts, turning them into meal before cooking.

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