A-Grade Flint Serrated Blade – British Stone Age Lithic Tool Artefact from Cornwall | Genuine Prehistoric Cutting Tool with COA

Description

Presenting an A-grade Flint Lithic Serrated Blade, this is a genuine British Stone Age tool unearthed in Cornwall, UK. This artefact showcases remarkable craftsmanship with a finely serrated edge, suggesting use as a multi-purpose cutting tool for slicing meat, plant matter, or hide. The serration would have significantly increased its efficiency, making it a highly effective utility implement during prehistoric times.

Knapped from high-quality marine-formed Cornish flint, this blade has survived in excellent condition. The piece you see in the listing photographs is the actual specimen you will receive – no stock photos. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies every purchase, ensuring the artefact’s legitimacy.

Artefact Overview:

• Artefact Type: Flint Serrated Blade
• Material: Marine-derived Cretaceous flint
• Cultural Attribution: Mesolithic to Neolithic
• Estimated Age: Circa 8000–3000 BCE
• Discovery Location: Cornwall, United Kingdom
• Condition: A-grade – intact edges, defined serrations
• Scale Reference: 1cm cube shown in image

Morphological Features:

• Edge: Clearly serrated margin along one side
• Flaking Technique: Expertly knapped using pressure or percussion techniques
• Use-Wear: Indications of repeated use or sharpening
• Form: Slightly curved or straight blade, tapered for precision
• Base: May show signs of crude hafting or hand-held use

Geological & Archaeological Context:

• Flint Geology: Formed within chalk strata of the Late Cretaceous period
• Depositional Environment: Likely surface-collected from prehistoric settlement or tool scatter sites in Cornwall
• Tool Use Context: Possibly used in food preparation, hide scraping, or woodworking tasks
• Cultural Zone: Southwest Britain, a region rich in Mesolithic and Neolithic artefacts
• Notable Aspect: Serration in lithics is less common and implies advanced tool function understanding

Significance:

• Authentic Prehistoric Technology: A clear example of adaptive stone tool design
• Highly Collectible: Sought after for its serrated edge and pristine preservation
• Academic & Display Value: Ideal for study, museum-quality curation, or private collections
• Fully Certified: Backed by our Certificate of Authenticity

Summary:

• Item: A-grade Flint Lithic Serrated Blade
• Function: Prehistoric cutting or slicing tool
• Origin: Cornwall, UK
• Age: ~8000–3000 BCE
• Material: Flint (Cretaceous marine formation)
• Period: Mesolithic to Neolithic
• Condition: Excellent with defined serrations
• Authenticity: 100% Genuine | Includes COA
• Scale: Refer to 1cm cube in photo

Note:

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

You will receive the exact item shown in the photo – carefully selected, professionally cleaned, and prepared.