A-grade Flint Lithic Pointed Knife – British Stone Age Tool | Genuine Prehistoric Artefact from Cornwall | With COA

Description

This listing features an A-grade Flint Lithic Pointed Knife, a finely crafted cutting and slicing tool from the British Stone Age, discovered in Cornwall, UK. This authentic artefact represents a vital part of early human survival and domestic life, used for tasks such as processing meat, working wood, or preparing hides.

Made from high-quality Cornish flint, this specimen showcases deliberate knapping, resulting in a well-defined pointed edge. The form suggests a multipurpose utility knife, likely used by Mesolithic or Neolithic communities for cutting and puncturing. It is a genuine and legally sourced lithic artefact, expertly cleaned and curated.

The photos show the actual specimen you will receive. A 1cm scale cube is included for reference. All artefacts include a Certificate of Authenticity, and have been selected and prepared by our in-house team.

Artefact Details:

• Type: Flint Lithic Pointed Knife
• Function: Multi-use cutting or piercing tool
• Cultural Period: Likely Mesolithic to Neolithic
• Estimated Age: Approximately 8,000–4,000 BCE
• Origin: Cornwall, United Kingdom
• Material: Silicified flint from Cretaceous chalk deposits
• Condition: A-grade – excellent edgework and intact form
• Sizing Reference: 1cm scale cube in image

Archaeological & Typological Notes:

• Manufacture Method: Bifacial or unifacial flake retouching
• Morphology: Elongated shape with tapered, pointed tip and sharp edges
• Use-Wear: May show evidence of prehistoric edge wear or polish
• Tool Functionality: Ideal for slicing, puncturing, and hide scraping
• Cultural Attribution: Common in surface finds from temporary settlements or domestic sites

Geological & Environmental Context:

• Geological Formation: Flint formed in Upper Cretaceous marine chalk, common in the south of England
• Site Type: Often found in disturbed agricultural fields, erosion zones, or midden layers
• Human Use Environment: These knives would have been used in forested, riverine, or coastal environments by early hunter-gatherers or early farming societies

Why This Artefact is Special:

• Authenticity Certified: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Historical Relevance: A tangible piece of prehistoric human culture
• Display-Quality: Suitable for museums, education, or personal collections
• Rare Provenance: Found in Cornwall, a less common region for surface flint artefacts compared to East Anglia or southern chalklands
• Functional Craftsmanship: Clear shaping and preservation – a textbook example of a flint tool

Ideal For:

• Prehistoric and lithic collectors
• Educational use or archaeological studies
• Display in museum or private exhibits
• Gifting to history enthusiasts or collectors of rare artefacts

Summary:

• Item: A-grade Flint Lithic Pointed Knife
• Period: Mesolithic to Neolithic
• Region: Cornwall, UK
• Material: Cornish flint
• Function: Cutting/piercing tool
• Condition: Excellent, museum-grade
• Authenticity: Certified genuine
• Photographed: The exact specimen shown
• Sizing: See 1cm cube in photo for dimensions

Note:

All of our Artefacts are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The item in the photos is the exact piece you will receive.