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1985.52.2472

Stone miniature axe


1985.52.2472

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Collection type
Object
Description
Stone miniature axe
Long description
Amulet, stone axe-head. The stone has a marbled appearance. [RB 02/08/2012]
Geographical reference
Auvergne Puy-de-Dôme
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1931 Archaeological period: Neolithic
Date collected
By 1931
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Stone
Dimensions
Length x Width: max 29 x 13 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.52.2472 Other numbers: 5076

Search terms: Religion, Tool, Weapon, Amulet, Axe