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Description: | A miniature copper-alloy axe of probable 2nd to 4th century AD date (I.M. Stead and V. Rigby; 1986; p.136).
The object is three-dimensional, with a rounded "cutting edge", concave underside and damaged top and back edges. It appears to have been cast in a two piece mould and the construction and overall form of this piece are identical to a previously recorded example from the same field - see BH-E4E401. These pieces are clearly not functional items and a symbolic use must be assumed. The surface has a dark green patina.
It measures 19.4mm long by 23.7mm high and 10mm thick. The weight is 9.88g. | Subjects: | Votive axe | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Watters, Julian - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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