Neolithic flint Axe - 8 cm

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This 8 cm Neolithic polished flint axe from Brittany, France, is in good condition, with a fine polish and some signs of use on the cutting edge.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful and authentic polished dolerite axe from the Neolithic, originating from Brittany in France.
Very nice patina and very fine polish.
Some signs of use at the cutting edge.
These small axes were most of the time inserted into wooden sheaths made from deer wood.

Dimensions : Length: 8 cm
Maximum width: 3.8 cm
Maximum thickness: 2.4 cm

Provenance: Brittany - France.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction

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Very beautiful and authentic polished dolerite axe from the Neolithic, originating from Brittany in France.
Very nice patina and very fine polish.
Some signs of use at the cutting edge.
These small axes were most of the time inserted into wooden sheaths made from deer wood.

Dimensions : Length: 8 cm
Maximum width: 3.8 cm
Maximum thickness: 2.4 cm

Provenance: Brittany - France.
The lot comes from an old private collection purchased at auction

WARNING: NO SHIPMENT TO THE UNITED STATES.

Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary permits.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Neolithic
Country of origin
France
Century/timeframe
-6000 ; - 2200 Av JC
Material
flint
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Good
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
France
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
8 cm
Width
3.8 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Depth
2.4 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
8 cm
Military Context
No
FranceVerified
193
Objects sold
100%
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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.

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