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END-SCRAPER This end-scraper was found on the Auvernier site on Lake Neuchatel in western Switzerland. End-scrapers represent one of the more common unifacial tool types found on Stone Age sites in many areas of the world. Like this example, they are made from blades that are steeply trimmed on one or both ends to form a working edge. The side shown at left in this picture shows the flake scars from previously removed blades that were struck from the core while this blade was still attached. The side on the right shows the removal flake scar where it was struck off the core. The lower end is where the blade was struck. The bulb-of-percussion can be clearly seen on the edge view. Most end scrapers were probably hafted onto short handles made of wood, antler or bone. This end-scraper is made of a good quality gray chert and it measures 1 3/4 inches (4.4 cm) long.
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