Μέση έως Όψιμη Νεολιθική. Εξαιρετικής ποιότητας επιλογή λεπίδων και αιχμών πυριτόλιθου (5 τεμάχια) (χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας)

Premium Selection of Neolithic Flint Blades & Points (5 Pieces)

Auction Title:
Set of 5 Neolithic Flint Tools – Elegant Blades & Lanceolate Points (7–11.5 cm) – Old European Collection

Technical Description:
A high-quality, harmonious selection of six lithic artifacts dating to the Neolithic period. This lot focuses on elongated blades, cutting tools, and lanceolate points, demonstrating an advanced mastery of pressure and percussion flaking. The material choice is visually striking, featuring a fine contrast between translucent honey-colored flint and mottled, mineralized grey-brown flint.
Main Pieces (up to 11.5 cm): The set includes long, slender cutting blades and pointed implements with a well-defined dorsal architecture and precise, regular secondary retouching along the edges to create durable cutting profiles.

Technique: Excellent examples of intentional blade production, showcasing micro-wear from ancient usage along the sharp margins.

Dating & Culture:
Period: Middle to Late Neolithic.
Date: Approx. 4500 – 2500 BC.
Culture: Associated with the developed Neolithic lithic industries of Western Europe (Chasséen or Seine-Oise-Marne complexes).

Provenance & Legal Compliance:
Origin: From an old European private collection formed in the mid-20th century.

A signed Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Condition:
Excellent archaeological condition. All pieces are completely authentic and intact, with no modern alterations or restoration. Surfaces exhibit a natural, authentic environmental patina and slight mineral encrustations typical of long-term preservation in soil contexts.

Dimensions:
Maximum length: 11.5 cm
Minimum length: 7 cm