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LOT 1571
Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
FRENCH STONE AGE MOUSTERIAN FLINT RACLOIR
MIDDLE PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, MOUSTERIAN CIRCA 150,000- 60,000 B.P
3 3/4 in. (66 grams, 94 mm).
MIDDLE PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, MOUSTERIAN CIRCA 150,000- 60,000 B.P
3 3/4 in. (66 grams, 94 mm).
Very well formed example with neat retouch, cortex to trailing edge; inked legend 'Plazac / Dord)'. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found in the Dordogne, France.
Acquired on the European art market.
From the private collection of an East Anglian, UK, specialist collector.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
FOOTNOTES:
Made by Neanderthals.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
