Neolithic Ground Axehead

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Authors: The Hunt Museum
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Abstract

This axe weighs 478g, has an asymmetrical face, gently curved, asymmetrical edges, asymmetrical blade and rounded butt. The blade, sides, faces and butt are ground but not polished. The sides have remnant flake scars. The edge is blunt, smooth and waterworn. Nodular weathering and exfoliation are evident on both faces. The findspot is Newcastle, Ballymahon, Longford. Pelite occurs across Ireland.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Archaeological and Geological Studies Ancient and Medieval Archaeology Studies Archaeology and ancient environmental studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Dataset