Lower Paleolithic scraper - acheulian or early Mousterian - Heidelbergensis or Neanderthal 

This heavy scraper, with end and lateral active sides showing retouches and marks of use, with the lateral side knapped as denticulate (saw like), has also one large notch and a small point (burin?). This tool was a very efficient multitask tool. 

Material: chalcedony, with cortex. Orange patina.

Dimensions: 10,6 x 7,6 x 4,2 cm

Weight: 331g

Origin: Bergerac région, Dordogne, France

This very nice piece is from an ancient collection. It has been found in the 1960-1970's.

Provenance statement provided. Professionnal antique dealer from France.