Paleolithic flint Axe
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Large Paleolithic flint chopping tool from Wiméreux (Pointe-aux-Oies), dating to about 600,000–850,000 years ago, made of flint, with an overall length of about 93–80 mm.
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Description from the seller
Large palaeolithic chopping tool/nucleus from the well-known Wimereux findspot (Pointe-aux-Oies) that was already discovered in 1967 in the N of France.
The choppers from this findspot are made from generally fairly large flint nodules that were found there.
Dimensions 93-80 mm
They are associated with an early Homo Erectus and Wimereux is probably the northernmost findspot of this industry.
This specimen has acquired a nice color palette over time on the razor edges. The actual color on the inside of the flint nodules is gray-black, visible at a few damaged places.
Each sold item/lot is provided with a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/herkunft:
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits that may be needed for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If more than a few days pass and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Large palaeolithic chopping tool/nucleus from the well-known Wimereux findspot (Pointe-aux-Oies) that was already discovered in 1967 in the N of France.
The choppers from this findspot are made from generally fairly large flint nodules that were found there.
Dimensions 93-80 mm
They are associated with an early Homo Erectus and Wimereux is probably the northernmost findspot of this industry.
This specimen has acquired a nice color palette over time on the razor edges. The actual color on the inside of the flint nodules is gray-black, visible at a few damaged places.
Each sold item/lot is provided with a certificate of authenticity
Provenance/herkunft:
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits that may be needed for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If more than a few days pass and if there are specific costs involved, he will inform the buyer about this in a timely manner.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Paleolithic
Country of origin
Europe
Century/timeframe
Grote paleolithische chopping tool, ongeveer 600.000 - 850.000 jaar oud
Material
flint
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Excellent
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
93 mm
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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.
