Stone Age British Bifacial Knapped Handaxe

Palaeolithic, 500,000-250,000 BP. A skilfully knapped bifacial handaxe tapering from a thick convex butt to a fine point; in grey flint with a typical downland white patina showing 'rust' marks to high points and small area of original cortex at butt. Cf. Evans, Sir J., The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain, London, 2nd edition, 1897, figure 433, for an example of similar size and form. Portable Antiquities Scheme, reference KENT-9BFA4C. 320 grams, 12cm (4 3/4"). Found Kent, UK; accompanied by a copy of the Portable Antiquities Report. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.