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LOT 1621
French Homo Heidelbergensis Knapped Flint Handaxe
LOWER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 600,000-250,000 B.P.
4 3/8 in. (286 grams, 11 cm).
Ovate in plan and triangular in section with some cortex to the upper face; inked legend 'St.Meme / Charente / Biface Abbevillien' [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the well-regarded site of St Meme, Charente, France.
From the collection of a Belgian gentleman.
Acquired from the European art market.
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LOT 1621
French Homo Heidelbergensis Knapped Flint Handaxe
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
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