French Homo Heidelbergensis Knapped Flint Chopper

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Lower Palaeolithic Period, circa 600,000-350,000 B.P. With rounded butt and broad edge, much cortex to the body; made by Homo heidelbergensis from a cobble to form an effective chopping edge; old inked legend 'La Vienne Indre et Loire EU3A0020'. 575 grams, 12.8 cm (5 in.). [No Reserve] From La Vienne, Indre et Loire, France. From the collection of J Sherman. Acquired on the art market. From a private collection. 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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