Neolithic Silex Arrow head (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Lot of five authentic Neolithic arrowheads/knives from the ancient Sahara Occidental, dating to 8000–4000 BC, in flint (silex), very good condition with desert patina and fine shaping, provenance Sahara Occidental (Morocco), acquired in 2024 from a French auction house from a private collection, with seller guaranteeing legal entitlement to ship and to obtain any necessary authorisations.
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Description from the seller
Set of 5 authentic arrowheads/knives from the ancient Neolithic period in the Western Sahara.
Large headlands typical of the coastal regions of Western Sahara.
It is quite rare to find these tips in good condition.
Very beautiful desert patina. And a fine refinement of the cut and the touch-ups.
Beautiful materials.
Great sizes!
Size: from 5.5 cm to 6.9 cm
Origin: Western Sahara.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will take care of obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Set of 5 authentic arrowheads/knives from the ancient Neolithic period in the Western Sahara.
Large headlands typical of the coastal regions of Western Sahara.
It is quite rare to find these tips in good condition.
Very beautiful desert patina. And a fine refinement of the cut and the touch-ups.
Beautiful materials.
Great sizes!
Size: from 5.5 cm to 6.9 cm
Origin: Western Sahara.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will take care of obtaining the necessary authorizations.
The seller will inform the buyer if it takes more than a few days.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of Origin
Morocco
Century/ Timeframe
8000 - 4000 Av JC
Material
Silex
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
