RARE Flint Arrowhead – British Stone Age Tool | Genuine Lithic Artefact from Cornwall | With COA

Description

This listing features a RARE Flint Arrowhead, an authentic hand-knapped projectile point from the British Stone Age, discovered in Cornwall, UK. These artefacts are direct evidence of early human ingenuity and were essential tools used for hunting and survival during the Mesolithic to Neolithic periods.

Crafted from high-quality Cornish flint, this arrowhead is shaped with skill and precision. Its form and flake pattern suggest use as part of a hafted projectile, most likely mounted onto a wooden shaft for hunting small to medium-sized game. This example was carefully selected for its preservation and typological clarity.

You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs. A scale cube (1cm) is included for reference, and full sizing can be seen in the photo. The artefact comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and has been responsibly sourced and prepared by our team.

Artefact Details:

• Type: Flint Arrowhead
• Function: Hunting projectile point
• Cultural Period: Likely Mesolithic to Neolithic
• Age Estimate: Approx. 8,000–4,000 BCE
• Origin: Cornwall, United Kingdom
• Material: Cornish flint
• Condition: Excellent – clearly knapped edges and intact form
• Size Reference: 1cm cube included in photos for exact dimensions

Typological and Archaeological Notes:

• Manufacturing Technique: Pressure flaking and percussion knapping
• Form: Triangular or leaf-shaped with symmetrical edges and pointed tip
• Usage: Likely hafted to wooden shafts as part of arrows or light spears
• Artefact Context: Flint arrowheads often found in surface scatters or midden sites, associated with broader lithic industries

Geological & Historical Context:

• Material Origin: Flint nodules and seams embedded in Upper Cretaceous chalk formations found across Cornwall
• Geology: Flint formed from silica (SiO₂) in marine depositional environments
• Depositional Context: Artefacts like this are commonly found in disturbed topsoils, fields, and erosion zones where prehistoric peoples once settled or hunted
• Human Activity: These arrowheads represent a key technological advancement in prehistoric hunting and subsistence strategies

Why This Artefact is Unique:

• Authenticity Guaranteed: Includes Certificate of Authenticity
• Historical Value: Represents over 6,000 years of human history and tool use
• Exceptional Condition: Clear shaping, edge work, and form – ideal for collectors
• Rare Origin: Sourced from Cornwall, which is less common compared to sites like East Anglia or the Thames Valley
• Museum-Grade Piece: Suitable for display, education, or private collections

Perfect For:

• Collectors of prehistoric artefacts and ancient tools
• Educational exhibits or museum-quality displays
• Archaeology enthusiasts
• Gifts for history lovers

Summary:

• Item: RARE Flint Arrowhead
• Period: Mesolithic–Neolithic (approx. 8,000–4,000 BCE)
• Region: Cornwall, UK
• Material: Cornish flint
• Function: Hunting projectile
• Condition: Excellent
• Authenticity: 100% Genuine | Certificate Included
• Photographed: Actual item shown
• Sizing: See scale cube (1cm) in photo

Note:

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

The item shown in the photo is the exact artefact you will receive.