Neolithic Green Jasper Axe | Ténéré, Niger | c. 4500–6000 Years Old natural_hand_craft prominent parotoid glands

prominent parotoid glands

Notable feature: Small natural geode at the base

10 Barydesmus propinquus

A spectacular and highly collectible stag beetle from Southeast Asia

Non-CITES species

Neolithic Green Jasper Axe | Ténéré, Niger | c. 4500–6000 Years Old natural_hand_craft prominent parotoid glandsA substantial Neolithic axe head knapped from vivid green jasper, sourced from the Tnr region of northern Niger. Dating to approximately 45006000 years ago, this piece represents the skilled lithic craftsmanship of Saharan Neolithic cultures at a time when the region supported thriving human populations. Green jasper prized for its exceptional hardness and fine grain was a preferred material for functional tools, particularly woodworking implements.