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    • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455
  • INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455 INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA  *ACH455

    INVESTMENT-CLASS GIANT ELONGATED ACHEULEAN PRESTIGE HAND AXE MADE BY HOMO ERGASTER OF STONE AGE AFRICA *ACH455

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    Lower Paleolithic Acheulean Hand Axe
    FOUND:
    Exposed Site - Sahara Desert, NW Africa
    AGE:
    ACHEULIAN: 1.2 million - 500,000 years
    SIZE:
    11.5" long x 4.5" wide
    CONDITION:
    COMPLETE. NO REPAIR OR RESTORATION. MINERAL DEPOSITS INTACT.
    NOTE:
    MASSIVE MASSIVE AND SUPERB IN EVERY WAY! A TRUE INVESTMENT-CLASS PRIZE ACHIEVEMENT OF A MASTER ARTISAN PRIMITIVE HUMAN. A PREHISTORIC ARTISTIC MASTERPIECE OF PRESTIGE DISPLAY, MADE WAY BEYOND WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN NORMALLY NEEDED AS A TOOL.
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    Includes a LIFETIME GUARANTEE Certificate of Authenticity & Condition / History Sheet
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    Ex-private French collection formed in the early 1980's

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    SEE MORE LOWER PALEOLITHIC ACHEULEAN STONE ARTIFACTS

    This genuine Acheulean ELONGATED bifacial hand axe was made and used by early humans of the primitive species Homo erectus (ergaster).  It was surface-collected from an exposed Lower Paleolithic Acheulian site in the Sahara Desert of Northwest Africa.  Acheulean Lower Paleolithic hand axes from Africa represent the first scientifically documented intelligent tool made by primitive humans.  Prior to these Saharan Acheulean handaxes, only crude pebble and flake tools existed in the human fossil record.

    As one of the most beautiful and finest made Lower Paleolithic African hand axes we have ever sold, this remarkably aesthetic Acheulean hand axe should not be missed by advanced collectors.  The elongated typology, with an unusually long and narrow body, demonstrates a form that would have been very difficult to achieve without breaking before completion.  What looks like a fracture is simply a wind-eroded natural seam in the quartzite that existed before the hand axe was made.  This design type would have been DIFFICULT to flake meaning exceptional specimens like this were the masterful handiwork of extremely highly-skilled early humans!  They were the superstar artisans of prehistory tool-making!  Furthermore, flaking a hand axe of this EXTRAORDINARY LARGE SIZE AND PERFECT SYMMETRY means that it could have easily been considered more of an exhibit of prestige and accomplishment.  Such as object would not have been practical to take the time to make and then just leave discarded by a hunting kill site!  This hand axe demonstrates ARTISTIC APPRECIATION and ARTISAN PRIDE, as well as the skill and ability of Early Man's ability, to the highest order.   It features every possible aspect of a prize specimen, not to mention its extraordinary size!  Hand axes of this magnitude are theorized to be PRESTIGE PIECES to early humans. 

    A b-color patina is the result of laying on one side face down for millennia, and absorbing the minerals of the Saharan red sands.  Other side shows a different contrasting hue - a prized trait only found in authentic Lower Paleolithic specimens from the Northwestern Sahara.  The chopping tip and edges are intact and well-made with evidence of original prehistoric primary and secondary flaking.  Surface areas of the axe display a "desert varnish" - a natural glossy surface where the artifact lay undisturbed and exposed to blowing sands, for millennia.  The wind-driven sand polished and deposited microscopic layers of silica on the surfaces of the artifact, giving it a sheen.  Original sediment and mineral encrustations are still present in microscopic crevices and on some surfaces - a trait ONLY found in authentic Paleolithic artifacts like these.  These features are a testament to the age and authenticity of ALL Saharan Paleolithic artifacts. 

    To date, this is one of the largest and finest Saharan Acheulian hand axe we have offered since we first went online in the year 2000.  Not only is this large Lower Paleolithic African hand axe in supreme original condition, it shows incredible flaking and form made way beyond what was necessary for a utilitarian purpose.  This leads many to theorize that these hand axes were the earliest form of art, flaked by master toolmakers to a degree that conveys prestige, status and achievement.  Seldom will you find examples of this size, condition and form, ever available for sale. 

    Genuine Saharan Acheulean hand axes of this quality are rare and recent realized prices at major auction houses are proving what we have been saying for years that authentic high grade tools of primitive man remain one of the most promising investments.   Specimens like this are one in many, many thousands and are exceptionally rare.  Collectors consider prized features to include either size, workmanship or color but when ALL exist, then it is truly an important piece to include in a collection as this one is.

    HISTORY

    During this time in prehistory when this Lower Paleolithic tool was made, the Sahara Desert (where this stone tool was found) was a savanna rich in wildlife.  Prior to the prehistoric global warming that turned the vast region to desert, early humans lived alongside prehistoric giraffe, bison and elephant, which were vital to their survival.  Hunting and butchering these animals would have required specialized tools such as those found in the Acheulian Period.

     

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    ID Lower Paleolithic Acheulean Hand Axe
    FOUND Exposed Site - Sahara Desert, NW Africa
    AGE ACHEULIAN: 1.2 million - 500,000 years
    SIZE 11.5" long x 4.5" wide
    CONDITION COMPLETE. NO REPAIR OR RESTORATION. MINERAL DEPOSITS INTACT.
    NOTE MASSIVE MASSIVE AND SUPERB IN EVERY WAY! A TRUE INVESTMENT-CLASS PRIZE ACHIEVEMENT OF A MASTER ARTISAN PRIMITIVE HUMAN. A PREHISTORIC ARTISTIC MASTERPIECE OF PRESTIGE DISPLAY, MADE WAY BEYOND WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN NORMALLY NEEDED AS A TOOL.
    :: Includes a LIFETIME GUARANTEE Certificate of Authenticity & Condition / History Sheet
    :: Ex-private French collection formed in the early 1980's

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