Prehistoric — Lower Palaeolithic; c. 400000BC
Core, chopper core
Near pointed chopper core of rolled lustrous flint. This is evidence of one of the earliest tool making techniques found in Britain. The technique is named Clactonian, after Clacton-on-Sea in Essex where it was first recognised. This 'core' was used as raw material to produce flint tools. It was struck with a 'hammer', perhaps made from antler or stone, to produce a number of flakes. These sharp flakes would have been used as multi-purpose cutting tools. Found at Swanscombe, Kent.
- Category:
- Prehistoric
- Object ID:
- 34.3/1
- Object name:
- core, chopper core
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- Production date:
- Lower Palaeolithic; c. 400000BC
- Material:
flint
- Measurements/duration:
- L 89 mm, W 83 mm, D 77 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 80%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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