No. 82883327

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Paleolithic Stone Hand axe - 17 cm  (No Reserve Price)
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Paleolithic Stone Hand axe - 17 cm (No Reserve Price)

Stunning and large Lower Paleolithic Acheulian Quartzite Handaxe from Morocco measuring 17cm in length. Made by Homo erectus from 1000,000 - 500,000 years ago, this Lower Paleolithic Acheulean handaxe is in excellent condition with no modern damage. The artifact has a lovely desert patina typical of many North African Paleoliths. Length: 17cm Width: 10.6cm Depth: 5.3cm Weight: 900 Grammes This piece is part of a large collection of stone-age objects inherited by myself from a relative, an avid antiquities enthusiast, who passed away in the late 1990's. The collection was formed primarily in the 70's and 80's from many sources on the European art market. It has formed a part of my own collection since 1998. This item is guaranteed authentic as described. Disclaimer: The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.

No. 82883327

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Paleolithic Stone Hand axe - 17 cm  (No Reserve Price)

Paleolithic Stone Hand axe - 17 cm (No Reserve Price)

Stunning and large Lower Paleolithic Acheulian Quartzite Handaxe from Morocco measuring 17cm in length.

Made by Homo erectus from 1000,000 - 500,000 years ago, this Lower Paleolithic Acheulean handaxe is in excellent condition with no modern damage. The artifact has a lovely desert patina typical of many North African Paleoliths.

Length: 17cm Width: 10.6cm Depth: 5.3cm Weight: 900 Grammes

This piece is part of a large collection of stone-age objects inherited by myself from a relative, an avid antiquities enthusiast, who passed away in the late 1990's. The collection was formed primarily in the 70's and 80's from many sources on the European art market. It has formed a part of my own collection since 1998.

This item is guaranteed authentic as described.

Disclaimer:

The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.

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