French Homo Heidelbergensis Knapped Flint Handaxe

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Lower Palaeolithic Period, circa 600,000-250,000 B.P. Ovate in plan and triangular in section with some cortex to the upper face; inked legend 'St.Meme / Charente / Biface Abbevillien' 286 grams, 11 cm (4 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the well-regarded site of St Meme, Charente, France. From the collection of a Belgian gentleman. Acquired from the European art market. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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