Axe
Gallery Location
Not on View
Medium
Ground stone, mafic igneous rock
Geography
Chinguacousy, Ontario
Date
ca. 6000 BC-1650 AD
Dimensions
77 x 46 x 19 mm
Object number
HD10602
Credit Line
Norfolk Collection
Collection
Department
Art & Culture: Archaeology of the Americas
Description
Archaeologists identify axes like this one based on their symmetrical shape when viewed from the side. Their shape suggests that these objects were attached to a handle or shaft with their cutting edges parallel to the handle.
If you see an error or have additional information, please contact us.