Description:
Flint core of a gray-beige color. Round shape, one side has a large chip. Core face reveals three concentric ovoid shapes with a patch of white erosion. On bottom "Belium" is inscribed in pencil. This might refer to Belgium, but is more likely to be an ancient site.

Tags:
ancient; archaeology; lighting; fires; light

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