1 juin 6471 av. J.-C. - Backed artifacts/microliths appear in archaelogical record

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‘Backed artefacts’ or ‘microliths’ appeared in Sydney’s archaeological record and then disappeared about 1500 years ago.

Backed artefacts are stone implements that have had small flakes removed along one side to create a distinct, steep, blunt edge. The side is thought to have been blunted so that the implement could be gripped in the hand, attached to a spear shaft or gum handle. Previously called ‘Bondi Points’, after the Sydney suburb where they were first identified, the purpose of these stone objects is not exactly known.

By magnifying, testing and examining use patterns and residue on the objects, it appears they were multi-functional and were used for wood-working, skin-working, as spear points, for scarification and perhaps even jewellery.

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