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Description: | Flint 'pyramid' core for the production of microliths dating from the later Mesolithic period (6500 - 3500 BC). The core is formed from a very small nodule (probably a river pebble) with approximately 15% of the surface area being covered by a mid yellow cream coloured cortex. The shape of the core is pyramidal with a clearly defined flat striking platform. Below this platform, around the side of the core are a series of twenty or so distinct vertical, parallel sided, narrow scars or facets. This is evidence of bladelets or microliths being struck from the core. There is also evidence of a large hinge fracture. The small size of the core and the presence of the hinge fracture probably resulted in it being discarded. The exposed surfaces of the core are a mid milky grey colour. The core measures 20.5mm height, 19.3mm width, is 10.8mm thick and weighs 4.98 grams.Flint tools from Shropshire are relatively rare compared to other areas of the country. Cores for the production of blades are extremely rare. This flint is likely to have come from a riverine or glacial source if made locally. This is part of a larger flint assemblage from the Wem area. See records:
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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