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LOT 1710
Massive Stone Age 'Livre de Beurre' from Le Grand Pressigny
NEOLITHIC PERIOD, 5500-2400 B.P.
11 3/8 in. (4.8 kg, 29 cm).
A substantial flint core or so-called 'Livre de Beurre' with vertical traces of blows on the work side, remains of cortex on one side, slightly rounded blade. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent.
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LOT 1710
Massive Stone Age 'Livre de Beurre' from Le Grand Pressigny
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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