Acheulean Flint Paleolithic biface
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Acheulean paleolithic biface, made of chert, dating to about 150,000–600,000 BP, in excellent condition and sized 117 × 66 mm, acquired from a private collection and originating from Belgium, with an authenticity certificate.
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Description from the seller
Robust Acheulean biface, a typical tool of H. Erectus who lived then. Made from beautiful chert/flint. Originating from the Western Sahara, Seguiet el Hamra.
Little to no flake scars and in excellent condition.
See photos.
No restorations
Dimensions 117 x 66 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all permits that may be 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.
Robust Acheulean biface, a typical tool of H. Erectus who lived then. Made from beautiful chert/flint. Originating from the Western Sahara, Seguiet el Hamra.
Little to no flake scars and in excellent condition.
See photos.
No restorations
Dimensions 117 x 66 mm
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all permits that may be 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
Culture
Acheulean
Century/timeframe
Ongeveer 150.000 - 600.000 BP
Name of object
Paleolithic biface
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Flint
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Excellent
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
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
