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LOT 1560
Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
STONE AGE KUMASI POLISHED AXEHEAD
NEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 4TH-3RD MILLENNIUM B.C. OR LATER
2 in. (48 grams, 52 mm).
NEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 4TH-3RD MILLENNIUM B.C. OR LATER
2 in. (48 grams, 52 mm).
Lentoid in section with faceted blade an butt; chipped; old find spot labels 'Kumasi / May 1922' and '53 '22'. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found Kumasi, Ghana.
Acquired in Oxford, UK.
From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; with collection no.N163; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent.
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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.
