Prehistoric Acheulean Chert Stone Axe Tool (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 175)

$578.25

Western Europe, Paleolithic period, ca. 1.7 million to 200,000 years ago, a large bifacial chert handaxe exhibiting a classic teardrop form with broad flake scars and a tapered working edge. The surface shows well-defined percussion flaking across both faces, with a warm brown patina and areas of cortex remaining along the edge, emphasizing its early stone tool production. A representative example of Acheulean technology, this type of handaxe was a versatile implement used for cutting, butchering, and general survival tasks by early human populations. Size: 5″ L x 3.25″ W (12.7 cm x 8.3 cm)

Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired prior to 2002

Condition: Good. Several recent chips and flakes to the surface, but otherwise intact. Nice patina.