Details
The Context
Description
Details
Title: Microlith
Date: Mesolithic
Provenance: Godavarikhani, Peddapalli Dt., Telangana
Medium: Stone
Dimensions(mm): 27 x 15 x 6
Weight: 2.6 gm
Source of Acquisition: Gift
Credit Line: Mr. Sunil Samudrala, Godavarikhani
Accession Number: PIF/00ST18
The Context
In the Mesolithic period, a significant technological advancement was the creation of parallel-sided blades. There was a noticeable trend towards the production of smaller tools, known as microliths, likely driven by adaptations to environmental changes.
Description
A piece of microlith, trapeze blade, triangular flaking on either and plain surface on other, made up of quartz. It’s a flake tool. Its flaking is visible on one side.
