Paleolithic Quartzite Three Paleolithic tools from Libya (No reserve price)
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Description from the seller
3 tools from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Erg Tamiset, Libya. Made from beautiful quartzite with a glossy desert patina.
In this lot there are two Levallois flakes (one with denticules) and a bifacially worked hand axe.
In perfect condition, no restorations
Delivered with an authenticity certificate.
Dimensions: Height: 70–108 mm
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot 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 required for shipping this lot are arranged.
If more than a few days pass, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
3 tools from the Middle Paleolithic. Originating from Erg Tamiset, Libya. Made from beautiful quartzite with a glossy desert patina.
In this lot there are two Levallois flakes (one with denticules) and a bifacially worked hand axe.
In perfect condition, no restorations
Delivered with an authenticity certificate.
Dimensions: Height: 70–108 mm
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he obtained this lot 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 required for shipping this lot are arranged.
If more than a few days pass, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/timeframe
Acheuleaan
Name of object
Three Paleolithic tools from Libya
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
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.
