Genuine Neolithic Tenerean Arrowhead | Silex & Agate | c.4000–8000 BCE | Sahara

A Masterwork of Neolithic Lithic Craft

This exceptional arrowhead belongs to the Northern Neolithic Tenerean culture — a sophisticated pastoral society that flourished across the central Sahara during the African Humid Period, when the region supported lakes, grasslands, and abundant wildlife. Tenerean artefacts are among the most refined lithic objects of the African Neolithic, and this example is a superb illustration of why: crafted from a deliberate combination of silex and agate, it demonstrates both technical mastery and a considered aesthetic sensibility in the choice of materials.

Exceptional Finish & Patina

The arrowhead has been finely pressure-flaked to a very high standard, with clean, regular flake scars across both faces. The patina — developed over thousands of years of exposure to the Saharan environment — is beautiful and consistent, adding depth and authenticity to the piece. The combination of silex for structural integrity and agate for its visual qualities speaks to a maker who understood both the functional and aesthetic properties of their materials.

Provenance & Condition

• Type: Arrowhead — Tenerean culture, Northern Neolithic
• Period: Neolithic, c.4000–8000 BCE
• Material: Silex and agate
• Dimensions: 123 × 36mm
• Condition: Very good — finely finished with beautiful natural patina

Perfect For

• Serious prehistoric artefact and lithic tool collectors
• African Neolithic and Saharan prehistory specialists
• Museum acquisitions and educational displays
• Collectors seeking exceptional craftsmanship and provenance