Lot of 3 Neolithic North African Stone Lip Plugs

**Originally Listed At $300**

Northern Africa, Sahara Desert, Neolithic, ca. 10,000 to 6,400 BCE. An intriguing set of carved stone lip adornments, each with a flat base, arched top, and drastically sloping sides. Two exhibit an opaque surface with mottled natural hues of grey, brown, and tan, while the other appears translucent in a lustrous shade of light pink. All three feature silky smooth surfaces. Three astonishing ancient artifacts that grant a humbling perspective on our own place in history. Size of largest: 0.75" L x 0.5" W x 0.25" H (1.9 cm x 1.3 cm x 0.6 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex German Collection

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Condition Report: Inscribed with one letter each, likely from previous collector. Miniscule nick to edge of "B", as well as "I". Expected surface wear to "E" with nicks/chips and abrasions throughout. Otherwise, excellent.