I would be seriously scared if a Yorkshire carnivore could inflict damage like this. I have never seen a fox or dog tooth mark as deep as this, nor one that is countersunk. Carnivore tooth marks include punctures (amongst a whole range of other marks of course) and if their gape is large enough, you will find a large puncture on one side (where the tooth has penetrated) plus a more superficial puncturemark on the other side, where a cusp of the corresponding tooth in the opposite jaw has 'held' the item. I have never personally seen a case where one tooth goes all the way through, or where two teeth give equal damage, although theoretically this could happen.
I think you need to look at this under a microscope for evidence of drilling/sanding.
Sue
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From: Analysis of animal remains from archaeological sites [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Hannah Russ
Sent: 07 November 2007 11:56
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Subject: [ZOOARCH] Hole in scapula
Dear all,
We have recently been looking at a faunal assembalge from Fountains Abbey that
was washed out during bad weather. I'm afraid we don't have an contextual
information but I was hoping some of you may have some comments on the hole and
other circular marks on a scapula we found (please follow link). It has been
suggested that it is canid gnawing/puncure holes, which may be likely, I'm just
wondering if anyone has any other suggestions?
http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n263/jet3270/ScapulaDrillHole1.jpg
http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n263/jet3270/ScapulaDrillHole2.jpg
Many thanks,
Hannah Russ
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