Neolithic Flint/agate Axe

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Neolithic axe blade from the Tenere culture, made of flint and agate with a well finished edge, measuring 138 × 60 mm, dating to 5200–2500 BC, in very good condition and accompanied by an authenticity certificate.

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Neolithic axe with a nicely finished edge made from flint/chert with a beautiful patina and color.
These objects were made in the Sahara Neolithic (Tenerean) by craftsmen who also made arrowheads from the same material.
Agate is particularly hard and efficient as a tool.
No restorations, in very good condition.
Dimensions 138 x 60 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity

Provenance/herkomst:

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

De aanbieder kan aantonen dat het lot op legale wijze is verkregen.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.

Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to dispatch this lot.
He will ensure that all licenses required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.

Neolithic axe with a nicely finished edge made from flint/chert with a beautiful patina and color.
These objects were made in the Sahara Neolithic (Tenerean) by craftsmen who also made arrowheads from the same material.
Agate is particularly hard and efficient as a tool.
No restorations, in very good condition.
Dimensions 138 x 60 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity

Provenance/herkomst:

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

De aanbieder kan aantonen dat het lot op legale wijze is verkregen.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.

Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to dispatch this lot.
He will ensure that all licenses required for the shipment of this lot will be arranged.
If that takes more than a few days and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of Origin
Africa
Century/timeframe
Tenere-cultuur, 5200/2500 v. Chr.
Material
Flint/agate
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Very good
Year acquired
2000
Country acquired from
Belgium
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
138 mm
BelgiumVerified
4433
Objects sold
100%
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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.

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