STONE AGE KNAPPED BIFACIAL FLINT HANDAXE WITH BLUE-WHITE PATINA

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Middle Palaeolithic Period, circa 240,000-38,000 B.P. Knapped from a flint cobble, with cortex remaining at base forming a comfortable grip; some chipping to tip, either damage or usage wear, or both. 240 grams, 11.2 cm (4 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of Mr P.M. Wiltshire, UK. Found by the collector whilst field walking in the Salisbury area during the early 2000s. 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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