{"product_id":"genuine-neolithic-flint-spires-x-6-54-45mm-8000-4000-bce-a1-natural-history-specimens-ancient","title":"Genuine Neolithic Flint Spires | Set of 6 | Western Sahara | c.4000–8000 BCE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSix Rare Neolithic Flint Spires in Fine Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional set of six genuine flint spires dates to the Neolithic period, c.4000–8000 BCE, and originates from the coastal region of Western Sahara — an area of significant prehistoric human settlement. Knapped from local flint by skilled Neolithic craftspeople, spires of this type are among the rarer forms of lithic tool production, and finding examples in good, unrestored condition is increasingly uncommon. This set represents a genuine opportunity for the serious collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLithic Craftsmanship at Its Most Refined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlint spires are elongated, pointed blade forms produced through controlled pressure or percussion flaking — a technique demanding considerable skill and an intimate knowledge of the stone's fracture properties. Their precise function is debated among archaeologists, with proposed uses ranging from projectile points and awls to ritual or prestige objects. What is certain is that their production required a level of craft mastery that speaks to the sophistication of Neolithic communities along the North African coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flint spires (set of 6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neolithic, c.4000–8000 BCE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coastal region, Western Sahara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Local flint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–54mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good — no restorations, entirely original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43637547542\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious prehistoric artefact and lithic tool collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum acquisitions and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth African prehistory and Neolithic technology collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScholars of early human material culture and flint knapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44441995575485,"sku":"43637547542","price":564.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/il_fullxfull.4988459289_8ahp.jpg?v=1723748973","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/en-ca\/products\/genuine-neolithic-flint-spires-x-6-54-45mm-8000-4000-bce-a1-natural-history-specimens-ancient","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}