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CAS 2016-0002-0009   CAS 2016-0002-0009; Axe head
Category Tools & Implements
Object Name Axe head
Culture
Global Region Oceania
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Date of Manufacture Late 1900s
Collection Name N/A
Materials Stone
Description Axe head that is chipped to overall triangular shape; Proximal end is squarely pointed and chipped, and tapered towards the distal end that has been beveled to a flattened cutting edge; One side is very smooth, the other side is rough; Smooth side shows markings of flaking; Overall color is dark brown.
Dimensions (cm) Width = 6.5, Thickness = 2.6, Length = 11.0