A dark gray argillite partially-polished axe- or adzehead

A dark gray argillite partially-polished axe- or adzehead

Code: 2887

£160.00

Description: A dark gray, almost black, argillite partially-polished axe- or adzehead with a symmetrical posterior taper and curved cutting edge. Some ancient chips to the butt, some very small chips to the cutting edge and overall body wear, but a nice tactile example.

Size:  150 mm/5.9 ins. in length

Culture: Probably Nordic Neolithic

Date: c. 3rd Millennium B.C.

Provenance: Ex Essex private collection.