Description
This listing features a RARE Neolithic Blade Core Scraper, unearthed in Cornwall, United Kingdom. Dating to the Neolithic period (circa 4000–2500 BCE), this artefact represents an essential component of prehistoric tool production and usage.
Blade cores were used as source material from which smaller bladelets were struck, essential for crafting arrowheads, knives, and other functional tools. The remaining core itself, especially when later modified with retouching, often became a scraper or was reused in other ways. This specimen shows evidence of such a dual-purpose life.
You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photo.
All of our Artefacts are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Artefact Details:
- Type: Blade Core Scraper
- Material: Flint
- Cultural Period: Neolithic (circa 4000–2500 BCE)
- Provenance: Cornwall, UK
- Function: Blade core, later reused or modified as a scraper
Morphological Features:
- Multi-faceted flake scars from blade removal
- Retouched edges suggest scraping functionality
- Clear striking platform and negative flake scars
- Surface patina consistent with Neolithic age and burial conditions
- Possible signs of thermal alteration during prehistoric use or burial
Scale and Authenticity:
- Scale cube = 1cm. Please refer to the photo for full sizing
- This is a carefully selected piece, and the photo represents the exact artefact you will receive
Specimen Notes:
- Blade core scrapers are a window into both the manufacturing process and tool recycling habits of Neolithic peoples
- Rarely found in Cornwall compared to other Neolithic zones, making this a unique regional piece
- Excellent for educational collections, prehistoric technology demonstrations, or private display
This Neolithic blade core scraper offers a glimpse into the practical ingenuity of early toolmakers. A versatile and authentic prehistoric artefact that bridges technology and survival in ancient Britain.
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