{"product_id":"real-neolithic-flint-agate-polished-axe-123x36mm-8000-4000-bce-natural-history-specimen-ancient","title":"Genuine Neolithic Tenerean Arrowhead | Silex \u0026 Agate | c.4000–8000 BCE | Sahara","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Masterwork of Neolithic Lithic Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional arrowhead belongs to the Northern Neolithic Tenerean culture — a sophisticated pastoral society that flourished across the central Sahara during the African Humid Period, when the region supported lakes, grasslands, and abundant wildlife. Tenerean artefacts are among the most refined lithic objects of the African Neolithic, and this example is a superb illustration of why: crafted from a deliberate combination of silex and agate, it demonstrates both technical mastery and a considered aesthetic sensibility in the choice of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExceptional Finish \u0026amp; Patina\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arrowhead has been finely pressure-flaked to a very high standard, with clean, regular flake scars across both faces. The patina — developed over thousands of years of exposure to the Saharan environment — is beautiful and consistent, adding depth and authenticity to the piece. The combination of silex for structural integrity and agate for its visual qualities speaks to a maker who understood both the functional and aesthetic properties of their materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrowhead — Tenerean culture, Northern Neolithic\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\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silex and agate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 123 × 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good — finely finished with beautiful natural patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious prehistoric artefact and lithic tool collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfrican Neolithic and Saharan prehistory specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum acquisitions and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking exceptional craftsmanship and provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44441995215037,"sku":"546164316346","price":555.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/il_fullxfull.4988471589_3sip.jpg?v=1723748965","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/en-ca\/products\/real-neolithic-flint-agate-polished-axe-123x36mm-8000-4000-bce-natural-history-specimen-ancient","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}