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Large Roman Iron Axe Head

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Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE. An impressive cast iron adze or axe head, with a curved blade that flares outward. A circular socket is set at one end with four pointed tabs. A thick squared butt end slightly protrudes from the socket. This axe head was certainly meant to be hafted on to a pole or handle. Such a hefty piece could have been used for a variety of utilitarian purposes, such as digging or chopping. A thick russet patina covers the surface. Size: 7.65" L x 3" W (19.4 cm x 7.6 cm); 8.125" H (20.6 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: ex-estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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Condition

Nicks and chips to peripheries and surface pitting. Heavy russet patina.

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Large Roman Iron Axe Head

Name: Large Roman Iron Axe Head
SKU: 102068826
Price: 245 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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