Rare Stone Age find in Germany stuns experts

Archaeologists in Germany have made a discovery that offers a rare look into the Stone Age.

A group of amateur archaeologists made an unexpected discovery at a construction site in northwestern Germany, unearthing a 4,500-year-old flint blade fragment that has amazed experts. The find was made in the Kernmünsterland region, near access roads to a development area, as confirmed in a June 10 statement from the Regional Association of Westphalia-Lippe, Caliber.Az reports per Miami Herald.

Flint blades, commonly used as cutting tools during prehistoric times, were fashioned from flint stones, according to Cotswold Archaeology. Experts explained that the heavy clay soils typical of the Kernmünsterland area are not ideal for preserving ancient artifacts, which explains the rarity of Stone Age sites discovered there.

After being notified of the initial find, staff from the Archaeology Center for Westphalia decided to conduct their own detailed investigation of the site.

During this follow-up examination, officials uncovered an even older artifact associated with the manufacture of small arrowheads, dating back to the Middle Stone Age between 9650 and 4900 B.C. This discovery was described as sensational by the experts. They also noted that the soil layer containing the artifacts had been significantly disturbed by years of agricultural activity, making a full-scale excavation unnecessary at this stage.

Despite this, officials expect to find additional individual artifacts that could provide valuable insights into the region’s ancient history. The Regional Association of Westphalia-Lippe Archaeology Department has taken responsibility for monitoring the ongoing construction project to safeguard any further discoveries.

By Naila Huseynova