Mesolithic African Chert Stone Hand Axe (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 148)

$289.13

Northwestern Africa, Upper Paleolithic to Mesolithic Period, ca. 24,000 to 8,000 years ago. This prehistoric chert stone tool is worked into an oval, hand-held form with a convex face and a flatter reverse, showing broad flake scars from shaping and use. One end tapers to a rounded point while the opposite edge forms a slightly sharper, blade-like tip, suggesting use as a multipurpose cutting and scraping implement. Size: 6.75″ L x 3.5″ W (17.1 cm x 8.9 cm)

Provenance: private Colorado, USA collection

Condition: Chips to peripheries as shown.