Homo erectus Quartz Scraper - 53 mm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
Paleolithic Chopping Tool of Quartz – ca. 1,000,000 years old –
Mauritania
Description: an exceptionally old and fascinating prehistoric artifact. It concerns an early Paleolithic chopping tool, crafted by an early form of Homo erectus. This extremely early tool is estimated to be no less than 1,000,000 years old.
The small chopper is made of fine, glossy quartz and originates from the well-known region around Akjoujt in Mauritania. Archaeological research suggests that with this type of tool both the core (as the hammering tool) and the struck flakes (as cutting tools) were used. The piece has a beautiful, authentic desert patina that testifies to its immense age.
The object was purchased at the time via the international auction platform Catawiki (lot number 26905635) from the top seller stoneage-to-spaceage..
Specifications
Type: Early Paleolithic chopping tool
Culture/Period: Early Paleolithic (ca. 1,000,000 years old)
Maker: Early form of Homo erectus
Region of origin: vicinity of Akjoujt, Mauritania
Material: Fine, glossy quartz
Length: 53 mm (5.3 cm)
Width: 52 mm (5.2 cm)
Thickness: 22 mm (2.2 cm)
Weight: 50 grams
Condition: Good, authentic prehistoric condition with a beautiful patina.
The shown Plexiglas stand is for illustration and is not included.
Important shipping information (Shipping details) NOTE: We ship this object only within the European Union (EU). Shipping to Switzerland, the United Kingdom (England) and other countries outside the EU is unfortunately not possible.
Paleolithic Chopping Tool of Quartz – ca. 1,000,000 years old –
Mauritania
Description: an exceptionally old and fascinating prehistoric artifact. It concerns an early Paleolithic chopping tool, crafted by an early form of Homo erectus. This extremely early tool is estimated to be no less than 1,000,000 years old.
The small chopper is made of fine, glossy quartz and originates from the well-known region around Akjoujt in Mauritania. Archaeological research suggests that with this type of tool both the core (as the hammering tool) and the struck flakes (as cutting tools) were used. The piece has a beautiful, authentic desert patina that testifies to its immense age.
The object was purchased at the time via the international auction platform Catawiki (lot number 26905635) from the top seller stoneage-to-spaceage..
Specifications
Type: Early Paleolithic chopping tool
Culture/Period: Early Paleolithic (ca. 1,000,000 years old)
Maker: Early form of Homo erectus
Region of origin: vicinity of Akjoujt, Mauritania
Material: Fine, glossy quartz
Length: 53 mm (5.3 cm)
Width: 52 mm (5.2 cm)
Thickness: 22 mm (2.2 cm)
Weight: 50 grams
Condition: Good, authentic prehistoric condition with a beautiful patina.
The shown Plexiglas stand is for illustration and is not included.
Important shipping information (Shipping details) NOTE: We ship this object only within the European Union (EU). Shipping to Switzerland, the United Kingdom (England) and other countries outside the EU is unfortunately not possible.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
80 g
Culture
Homo erectus
Century/timeframe
1000.000
Acquired from
Inherited
Country of Origin
Mauritania
Year acquired
2026
Material
Quartz
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Height
53 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
2019
Width
52 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Depth
22 mm
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Yes
Title additional information
Mauritania Paleolithic
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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.
