Prehistoric — Early Mesolithic
Point, barbed point
This barbed harpoon made of antler was found in the Thames at Battersea in west London. It was probably mounted in a wooden haft (handle), perhaps with several other harpoons, and used to spear large fish or birds.
- Category:
- Prehistoric
- Object ID:
- A19788
- Object name:
- point, barbed point
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- Production date:
- early Mesolithic
- Material:
- antler
- Measurements/duration:
- L 234 mm, W 22 mm, D 12 mm (overall), L 234 mm, W 18 mm, D 7 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Copyright holder:
- digital image © London Museum
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