Paleolithic Flint Middle Paleolithic flint side-scraper (Mousterian) - 10.5 cm (No reserve price)
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Middle Paleolithic flint side-scraper (Mousterian) from the Paleolithic culture, measuring 10.5 cm by 6 cm with an excellent condition and a working edge, dated to ca. 50,000–120,000 BP and acquired in 2024 in the Netherlands from a private collection.
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Description from the seller
Robust Middle Paleolithic flint side-scraper showing clear deliberate workmanship. One lateral edge forms a well-defined working zone created by sequential, unidirectional removals, characteristic of Mousterian stone tool technology.
The opposite face retains a large natural cortex surface used as an ergonomic grip.
The piece shows a preserved platform area, strong patination, and a mature archaeological surface consistent with long prehistoric exposure.
Condition:
Very good archaeological condition. Fully patinated, with intact working edge. No modern damage or restoration.
Provenance:
Found in the Netherlands (river terrace gravels).
Stone objects of this prehistoric type have been collected and held in private collections in the Netherlands since before 1999.
This specific item was acquired directly by the current owner in 2024–2025, the Netherlands, and has since formed part of a private collection.
From the private collection of H.L., the Netherlands.
Legally obtained from publicly accessible river gravel deposits with no protected archaeological context.
No excavation was carried out.
No permit or authorization from the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands (RCE) is required for ownership or sale.
International shipping follows standard regulations for archaeological stone artifacts, which do not involve restricted materials. The item will be carefully packed using protective materials and shipped with full tracking to ensure safe and secure delivery.
Robust Middle Paleolithic flint side-scraper showing clear deliberate workmanship. One lateral edge forms a well-defined working zone created by sequential, unidirectional removals, characteristic of Mousterian stone tool technology.
The opposite face retains a large natural cortex surface used as an ergonomic grip.
The piece shows a preserved platform area, strong patination, and a mature archaeological surface consistent with long prehistoric exposure.
Condition:
Very good archaeological condition. Fully patinated, with intact working edge. No modern damage or restoration.
Provenance:
Found in the Netherlands (river terrace gravels).
Stone objects of this prehistoric type have been collected and held in private collections in the Netherlands since before 1999.
This specific item was acquired directly by the current owner in 2024–2025, the Netherlands, and has since formed part of a private collection.
From the private collection of H.L., the Netherlands.
Legally obtained from publicly accessible river gravel deposits with no protected archaeological context.
No excavation was carried out.
No permit or authorization from the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands (RCE) is required for ownership or sale.
International shipping follows standard regulations for archaeological stone artifacts, which do not involve restricted materials. The item will be carefully packed using protective materials and shipped with full tracking to ensure safe and secure delivery.
Details
Culture
Paleolithic
Century/ Timeframe
ca. 50,000–120,000 BP.
Name of object
Middle Paleolithic flint side-scraper (Mousterian)
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2024
Material
Flint
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
10.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1998
Width
6 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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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.
