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Flint tools from Gjera, Vendsyssel. Early Bronze Age. 1700-1
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Flint tools from Gjera, Vendsyssel. Early Bronze Age. 1700-1
Flint tools. From Gjera. Vendsyssel. Early Bronze Age. 1700-1500 BC. National Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark
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1500 1700 Bronze Copenhagen Danish Denmark Flint Mathematics Maths Nordic Prehistoric Prehistorical Prehistory Repetition Scandinavia Semicircle Semicircular Technology Tool Tools Utensil Utensils Vendsyssel
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1. Title: "Flint Tools from Gjera, Vendsyssel: A Glimpse into Early Bronze Age Technology, Denmark" This evocative image showcases an intriguing collection of flint tools unearthed from the Early Bronze Age site of Gjera in Vendsyssel, Denmark. Dating back to approximately 1700-1500 BC, these tools offer a captivating window into the prehistoric past of Northern Europe. Housed at the National Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark, these objects are a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of our ancestors. The Early Bronze Age was a transformative period in European prehistory, marked by the emergence of new technologies and cultural practices. The use of metal, particularly copper and bronze, began to replace the reliance on stone tools. However, flint remained an essential material for various utility and manufacturing purposes. The assemblage in this photograph includes a diverse range of flint tools, each meticulously crafted to serve specific functions. Some tools exhibit repetition and standardization, suggesting the development of a burgeoning industry or even mathematical principles in the design and production of these utensils. Semicircular and semicircle-shaped tools, such as the one at the center of the image, were likely used for various tasks, including the preparation of hides or the production of textiles. This collection of flint tools from Gjera offers a fascinating glimpse into the Early Bronze Age, a time of innovation and progress in European prehistory. Their preservation and study continue to enrich our understanding of the past and the remarkable people who inhabited this land over 3,500 years ago.
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