Axe Head

Reproduction

87-16-219

From: Switzerland (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: European

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Object Number 87-16-219
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Swiss Lake Dweller
Provenience Switzerland (uncertain)
Period Bronze Age | Modern
Date Made ca. 1923 CE
Section European
Materials Plaster | Bronze
Description

Long axe head, has ridge on the perimeter along the whole head that is tallest in the middle and tapers at both ends. Broken into three pieces, one large and two small that made up part of the edge.

102. Carved into side, most likely a maker's number.

Length 20 cm
Width 4.5 cm
Credit Line Gift of University of Pennsylvania, Department of Anthropology, 1987
Other Number 102 - Maker Number | 7401 - Anthropology Department

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