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Discovery of a Gaulish throwing stick shaped like a boomerang in Normandy

Inrap archaeologists present a Gaulish throwing stick found in Urville-Nacqueville.

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This rare Iron Age object, nicknamed a 'boomerang,' dates back over 2,000 years.

It sheds light on Gaulish hunting techniques and craftsmanship.

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Why it matters

Cette découverte archéologique rare offre un aperçu concret des techniques de chasse et des objets du quotidien des Gaulois, enrichissant la connaissance de l'âge du Fer en Europe. L'objet, unique en son genre, suscite un intérêt scientifique et culturel pour les pratiques anciennes.

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