Lower Paleolithic artifact - France, Dordogne region

Acheulean culture - Homo Erectus Heidelbergensis - Between 650 000 to 350 000 B.C.

Tool:  Acheulean carinated (boat shape) backed scraper, knapped by our ancestor Homo Heidelbergensis. Many marks of use on the active sharp parts. Bifacial knapping. Very nice artifact! 

Material: chalcedony + patina

Dimensions: 7,3 x 6,4 x 3,8 cm

Weight: 234g

Origin: Bergerac région, Dordogne, France

This very nice piece is from an ancient family collection. It has been found in the 1960's and before. 

Provenance statement provided, as well as invoice. Professionnal antique dealer from France.