{"product_id":"neolithic-green-jasper-axe","title":"Neolithic Green Jasper Axe | Ténéré, Niger | c. 4500–6000 Years Old","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial Neolithic axe head knapped from vivid green jasper, sourced from the Ténéré region of northern Niger. Dating to approximately 4500–6000 years ago, this piece represents the skilled lithic craftsmanship of Saharan Neolithic cultures at a time when the region supported thriving human populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen jasper — prized for its exceptional hardness and fine grain — was a preferred material for functional tools, particularly woodworking implements. This example retains strong form and characteristic colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115 × 33 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green jasper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 4500–6000 years (Neolithic)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ténéré, northern Niger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e From a Belgian private collection; acquired at auction. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46967798464701,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/07082530-183a-4987-8c5d-7c4408f40417.jpg?v=1781990945","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/neolithic-green-jasper-axe","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}