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Stone Age Pierced Axehead

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Description

Neolithic, 5th-3rd millennium BC. A ground schist axehead, scaphoid in plan with curved edge, ground central socket, square butt. 244 grams, 91mm (3 3/4"). Property of an Essex gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [No Reserve]

Condition

Very fine condition.

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Stone Age Pierced Axehead

Name: Stone Age Pierced Axehead
SKU: 50610241
Price: 55 GBP
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