Flint Millipede

These Reproduction Flint "Millipede" Axe Heads are expertly crafted replicas of a distinctive form of Neolithic flint tool. Known as "millipede" axe heads, these tools were often used as burial offerings during the Neolithic period, reflecting both their functional importance and their symbolic role in ancient rituals.

Key Features:

• Authentic Design: The millipede axe head features a unique, multi-lobed shape, designed for cutting, chopping, and other essential tasks. This specific design was often associated with burial rituals, where tools were included as offerings to assist the deceased in the afterlife.
• Material: Made from flint, carefully hand-chipped to create the distinctive “millipede” shape, each axe head mirrors the craftsmanship of the time.
• Size: Approx 13cm long, typical of the size used for flint axe heads from this period. Due to the handmade nature of these tools, each axe may vary slightly in size, shape, and appearance.
• Historical Significance: Flint "millipede" axe heads were likely crafted as valuable tools and symbolic items. They were often included in Neolithic burial practices as a means of equipping the deceased for the afterlife. The design and use of these tools provide insight into ancient spiritual beliefs and practices.
• Variation: Each axe head is unique, with slight variations in size, shape, and appearance, due to the hand-crafted process and the nature of flint.
• Perfect for Educational Use: These axe heads are ideal for history lessons, museum displays, or collectors of prehistoric tools. They offer a fascinating glimpse into Neolithic burial customs and the functional and symbolic role of tools in ancient societies.

The Reproduction Flint "Millipede" Axe Heads are an excellent addition for anyone interested in prehistoric rituals, Neolithic tools, or Stone Age burial practices, providing an authentic and meaningful reproduction of a historically significant artifact.