Accession No

1923.176


Description

A small copper alloy socketed chisel or axe. It has a straight cutting edge, flat sides, and moulding rings around the the socket; there is a small loop on one side near the socket.


Place

Europe; Western Europe; France; Brittany


Period

Late Bronze Age


Source

Ransom, William [collector]; Ransom, Francis [donor]


Department

Arch


Reference Numbers

1923.176


Cultural Affliation


Material

Metal; Copper Alloy; ?Bronze


Local Term


Measurements

70mm


Events

Description (Labels & Markings)
Marked, in ink: 'Britany' and 'Brittany'
Event Date
Author: Imogen Gunn (admin)


Description (Physical description)
Small looped socketed axe or chisel of bronze.
Event Date 1923
Author: maa


Description (Physical description)
A small copper alloy socketed chisel or axe. It has a straight cutting edge, flat sides, and moulding rings around the the socket; there is a small loop on one side near the socket.
Event Date 11/4/2024
Author: Emily Shorter


FM:49599

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