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*** COLLECTOR *** Lower Paleolithic artifact - France, Dordogne region Acheulean culture - Homo Erectus Heidelbergensis - Between 650 000 to 350 000 B.C. Tool: RARE Large Acheulean Handaxe / Biface, knapped by our ancestor Homo Heidelbergensis. Iconic Multitask tool of the Acheulean culture. Marks of use on the active sharp part. Material: chalcedony + patina Dimensions: 16,1 x 7 x 5,7 cm Weight: 593g Origin: Bergerac région, Dordogne, France This very nice piece is from an ancient family collection. It has been found in the 1960's and before. Provenance statement provided, as well as invoice. Professionnal antique dealer from France.