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LOT 2896
Boxford Down Stone Age Flint Scrapers and Other Tools
NEOLITHIC-BRONZE AGE PERIOD, CIRCA 6,000-4,000 B.P.
1 3/4 - 3 7/8 in. (332 grams total, 43-99 mm).
Mostly triangular in plan with straight butt; some with inked collector's details 'No.HH', 'Boxford Down', and others. [9, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Boxford Down, Berkshire, UK.
Previously in the collection of archaeologist Frederick William Robins.
With handwritten notes.
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LOT 2896
Boxford Down Stone Age Flint Scrapers and Other Tools
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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