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Description: | A flint tool of probable late Mesolithic to early Neolithic date.The artefact appears to have been made from a flake which has been struck from a core, then retouched along one edge, forming what appears to be a scraping tool. The piece is of semi-circular section, parallel-sided along two thirds of its length, tapering at the proximal end. The flake has been struck from the base of the core, the bulb scar being clearly visible on the ventral surface. On the dorsal surface are three parallel vertical scars which indicate that the piece originates from a small blade core. Retouch appears to be confined to one of the vertical edges; it is limited, consisting of a single row of small, shallow flake removals. At the distal end of the tool is a flat area which represents the original core platform. The flint is mid grey in colour, with lighter areas, and has little surface patination. The implement measures 41.3mm long, 26.8mm wide and 11.9mm thick. The weight is 14.74g.
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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