Title:Microlith
Date: Mesolithic
Provenance:Godavarikhani, Peddapalli Dst. Telangana
Medium: Quartz – Stone
Dimensions(mm):25 x 17 x 3.3
Weight: 1.6 gm
Source of Acquisition: Gift
Credit Line: Sunil Samudrala, Godavarikhani
Accession Number: PIF/00ST20
During the Mesolithic period, a major technological advancement was the development of parallel-sided blades.
This is an arrowhead microlith, crafted from quartz. Quartz is one of the key materials found in the Deccan Trap region, which is known for its rich chalcedony deposits. This flake tool features sharp edges with visible flaking on one side, while the reverse side remains plain, characteristic of highly weathered microliths.