Description
This listing features a RARE Neolithic Flint Scraper/Knife, discovered in Cornwall, United Kingdom. This exceptional artefact originates from the Neolithic period (circa 4000–2500 BCE) and showcases the multi-purpose craftsmanship typical of early British prehistoric communities.
Scrapers and knives were essential tools in Neolithic life, used for hide preparation, cutting meat and vegetation, and general survival tasks. This specimen exhibits knapping features indicative of both scraping and cutting utility, making it a hybrid tool of considerable archaeological interest.
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: Flint Scraper/Knife
- Material: Flint
- Cultural Period: Neolithic (circa 4000–2500 BCE)
- Provenance: Cornwall, UK
- Function: Multi-purpose cutting and scraping tool
Morphological Features:
- Curved scraping edge with secondary retouch scars
- Distinct point and bevel for fine cutting control
- Steep-angled edge for more robust scraping
- Surface patina consistent with Neolithic burial exposure
- Pressure-flaked notches for grip and ergonomic use
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:
- Neolithic scraper-knives are relatively uncommon in Cornwall compared to plains regions, enhancing its regional value
- Ideal for display, educational use, or serious archaeological collections
This flint scraper-knife represents a critical link in the toolkit of early human life in prehistoric Britain. Its form and function are a testament to the ingenuity of our ancestors—preserved and presented here as a unique and genuine artefact from Neolithic Cornwall.
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