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LOT 0499
Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
STONE AGE FLINT HAND AXE
LOWER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 400,000-200,000 B.P.
6 1/2 in. (480 grams total, 16.5 cm).
LOWER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 400,000-200,000 B.P.
6 1/2 in. (480 grams total, 16.5 cm).
Finely knapped bifacial hand axe of triangular form with rounded butt; with printed and inked 'MADIJEN / EI:190M / THEBES / 1905' findspot label; with custom-made display stand. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found Madijen, Thebes, 1905.
Old German collection, before 1920.
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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.
