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LOT 1758
Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
STONE AGE BRITISH YELLOW-ORANGE FLINT HAND AXE
MIDDLE PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, 250,000-60,000 B.P.
4 in. (188 grams, 10.3 cm).
MIDDLE PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, 250,000-60,000 B.P.
4 in. (188 grams, 10.3 cm).
Plano-convex in section with narrow cutting edge; marked 'Ridge 1991' in white ink. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found from 20th century excavations at the well-known and highly collectable Palaeolithic site at Ridge Pit, Romsey, UK.
From a British private collection formed prior to the beginning of the 2000s.
From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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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.
