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A collection of Mesolithic flint tools and flakes, arranged neatly on a white background with a scale ruler at the bottom for size reference. The tools vary in shape, size, and colour, ranging from light beige to dark brown and grey, showcasing typical knapped edges and points. Add to board
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Mesolithic Flint Tools

Mesolithic flint tools. A larger piece of flint stone is hammered by a larger stone in a process called flint knapping. Knapping flint requires considerable skill to create the desired tool.

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