Neolithic/Iron Age doleriet Drilled disk
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Drilled disc made of dolerite from Neolithic/Iron Age culture, circa 3500–1000 BP, with a diameter of 81 × 89 mm; acquired in 2000 from Belgium, provenance Z-Niger, in good condition with some old wear, authentic/original certificate provided.
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Description from the seller
This drilled disk was made from a heavy and hard dolerite rock. The function of these objects remains unknown to date, and there are various speculations such as use in a loom or to weave different threads into one stronger rope...
These items are found in Z-Niger
The object is in very good condition with some old signs of use and wind erosion.
Dimensions: 81 x 89 mm diameter
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits needed for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If it takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
This drilled disk was made from a heavy and hard dolerite rock. The function of these objects remains unknown to date, and there are various speculations such as use in a loom or to weave different threads into one stronger rope...
These items are found in Z-Niger
The object is in very good condition with some old signs of use and wind erosion.
Dimensions: 81 x 89 mm diameter
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was legally obtained.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits needed for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If it takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Neolithic/Iron Age
Century/timeframe
App. 3500-1000 BP
Name of object
Drilled disk
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
doleriet
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Fair
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.
