Neolithic Flint Scraper – Buigny, Somme (France) – 64 x 53 mm

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Finely worked Neolithic flint scraper discovered at Buigny (Somme). Dimensions 64 x 53 mm, perfect state of conservation. Provenance: Belgian private collection, legal acquisition guaranteed.
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Detailed Description

This Neolithic flint scraper referenced ANT-A013 constitutes an exceptional testimony to prehistoric lithic craftsmanship. Discovered at Buigny in Somme, this tool perfectly illustrates the knapping techniques developed by Neolithic societies.

Analysis & expertise

The tool shows particularly careful shaping characteristic of the Neolithic lithic tradition. Its morphology and dimensions correspond to the typological standards of scrapers from this period.

Main face presenting the characteristic shaping retouches of the scraper front, testifying to accomplished technical mastery.

Dorsal face preserving the negatives of previous removals, revealing the operational sequence of support debitage.

Blank and edge

Finely retouched contours on the active front, ensuring the functional efficiency of the tool. Lateral edges preserved in their original state.

Characteristics

Dimensions: 64 x 53 mm. Material: flint. Condition: perfect, without restoration. Homogeneous natural patina.

Historical context

The Neolithic marks a revolution in stone knapping techniques. These tools were essential for working hides and wood in agro-pastoral societies.

Cultural value

Authentic testimony to prehistoric know-how and technological adaptation of Neolithic communities in Picardy.

Traceability & guarantees

Provenance: Belgian private collection. Legal acquisition guaranteed by seller. Provenance documentation available.

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Technical, historical and typological documentation for the coin

Reference ANT-A013
Period
Néolithique
Mint
Buigny, Somme
Denomination
Grattoir
Diameter
64 x 53 mm
Other References
ANT-A013
Condition
Parfait
Parfait état
Obverse Type
Face principale présentant les retouches de façonnage caractéristiques du front de grattoir
Reverse Type
Face dorsale conservant les négatifs d'enlèvements antérieurs
Provenance
Collection belge privée
Collection belge privée, Buigny (Somme, France)
Object type
Outil lithique
Normalized period
Néolithique
Internal source code
ANT-A013
Region
Buigny, Somme