Grattoir

Flake

EU1844

From: Northern France

Curatorial Section: European

View All (3) Object Images

Object Number EU1844
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Acheulian IV (uncertain)
Provenience Northern France
Period Acheulian IV (uncertain)
Section European
Materials Flint
Description

Revised: Flint flake - Thick and irregular in shape. Retouched at end into steep scraper. Dull white patination. slightly rolled. Resembles pieces from "Atelier de Commont." Red clay-like deposit impregnated in flint. One sharp edge; opposite edge thick and composed of cortex. Small striking platform and conical bulb. North France. Acheulian IV?

Length 7.4 cm
Width 6 cm
Credit Line Purchased from the Field Museum, 1914
Other Number ACH ANC ++73 - Field No SF

Report problems and issues to digitalmedia@pennmuseum.org.