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Description: | A flint axe of Neolithic date. The form of this piece (see below) suggests that it is either an unfinished 'preform', or, more likely, that it has been made by reducing a larger, damaged axe. The tool is irregular in plan, the widest point being at the centre. It is of pointed-oval section and has been formed by the removal of numerous multi-directional flakes, mostly angling downwards and outwards from the centre. The cutting edge is rough and has an unfinished appearance. On one side, just above the cutting edge, is a small area where the surface has been ground and polished to a smooth finish. The opposite end has been roughly knapped into a wedge-like terminal. The flint is light to mid grey in colour with creamy mottling.The implement measures 89.6mm long, 36.4mm wide and 24.7mm thick. The weight is 93.24g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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