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LOT 1636

Stone Age Obsidian Barrel Blade Core

LIKELY UPPER PALAEOLITHIC PERIOD, CIRCA 33,000-21,000 B.P.

2 1/4 in. (38.9 grams, 58 mm).

With longitudinal 'fluting' due to the removal of flakes. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the collection of the famous UK musician and amateur archaeologist, Victor Brox (1941-2023).
Acquired on the UK art market at auction after being sold by Mr Brox’s family.
From the private collection of an East Anglian, UK, specialist collector.

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LOT 1636

Stone Age Obsidian Barrel Blade Core

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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