Late Neolithic Collection

Standing Stones of Callanish (Callanish 1) on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. The megalithic monument is cross shaped with a central ring of stones and was buildt between 2900 and 2600 BC

Pobull Fhinn Standing Stones on North Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Europe, Scotland, June

The Devil's Arrows
3740636 The Devil's Arrows; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Devil's Arrows, three standing stones or menhirs in an alignment, in Boroughbridge, Yorkshire)

Bracelet, Late Neolithic period, late 3rd millenium BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bracelet, Late Neolithic period, late 3rd millenium BCE

Bracelet with geometric decoration, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Bracelet with incised glyphs, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bracelet with incised glyphs, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Six-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, probably recut, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Disk (bi ?) with incised glyph, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Flattened cylindrical bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Flattened cylindrical bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Three-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Bracelet with bands, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bracelet with bands, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

One-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE

Disk (bi ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Disk (bi ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE

Six-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Head ornament, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Head ornament, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Two-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE

Three-tier tube (cong ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Three-tier tube (cong ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-ca. 2250 BCE

Tapered pendant, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Tapered pendant, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Bracelet with animal heads, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bracelet with animal heads, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Cong-shaped bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Cong-shaped bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Decorative fitting for an ornamental comb, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Head ornament with mask, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Head ornament with mask, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Axe shaft cap, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Axe shaft cap, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Ornament in the form of an animal head and crest, Late Neolithic period, ca. 1050-ca
Ornament in the form of an animal head and crest, reworked from a tube (cong ?), fragment, Late Neolithic period; reworked in Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-ca. 950 BCE

Five-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Eleven-tier tube (cong ?) with masks, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Disk (bi ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Disk (bi ?), Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Cylindrical bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Cylindrical bead, Late Neolithic period, ca. 3300-2250 BCE

Axe-hammer (copper)
1216383 Axe-hammer (copper) by Copper Age, (4th millennium BC); 13x3.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Hungary Copper shaft-hole axe-hammer, with square butt)

Crouched Burial in Round Tumulus on Dunstable Downs, 1887, (1946). Artist: Worthington G Smith
Crouched Burial in Round Tumulus on Dunstable Downs, 1887, (1946). From Early Britain, by Jacquetta Hawkes [Collins, London, 1946]

The Folkton Drums, found in East Yorkshire, England, Late Neolithic period, 2600-2000 BC
One of the three Folkton Drums, found in East Yorkshire, England, Late Neolithic period, 2600-2000 BC. These objects were found in a child burial in a round barrow excavated by William Greenwell in

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"Exploring the Late Neolithic: Unveiling Scotland's Ancient Treasures" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Late Neolithic period. From the mystical Standing Stones of Callanish (Callanish 1) on the Isle of Lewis to the enigmatic Pobull Fhinn Standing Stones on North Uist, Europe's ancient past comes alive amidst Scotland's stunning Outer Hebrides. Delve into this era through remarkable artifacts that have withstood the test of time. A bracelet from the late 3rd millennium BCE, its creator unknown, showcases intricate craftsmanship and hints at a sophisticated society. Another bracelet adorned with geometric decoration transports us to a time between 3300-2250 BCE when creativity flourished. Witness history etched onto stone as you encounter a bracelet embellished with incised glyphs – symbols whose meanings may forever remain shrouded in mystery. Marvel at an extraordinary six-tier tube (cong ?) featuring masks, possibly recut over centuries, serving as silent witnesses to rituals performed during this ancient epoch. A disk (bi ?) bearing an incised glyph offers further insight into Late Neolithic culture and beliefs. Its presence evokes curiosity about their significance and purpose within these communities. Discover flattened cylindrical beads that once adorned individuals who lived during this transformative period – their origins still concealed by anonymity. Uncover more secrets hidden within three-tier tubes (cong ?), each mask telling tales untold for millennia. Admire another bracelet characterized by bands intricately woven together, exemplifying both skillful artistry and cultural identity. Lastly, observe a one-tier tube (cong ?) alongside a disk (bi ?), both originating from around 3300-2250 BCE; their creators lost to time but leaving behind tangible remnants of human ingenuity and spirituality.