Neolithic, Ground and Polished Axehead

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Dataset Open access

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Authors: The Hunt Museum
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18947248
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Abstract

This [axe]http://vocab.getty.edu/page/aat/300024664) weighs 196g, has an oval cross-section, curved, asymmetrical edges, an asymmetrical blade and damaged butt. The blade, sides and faces are ground and polished. Remnant peck marks are visible on the highly polished faces. A clean break crosses the centre of the axe. The findspot is Rockbarton Bog, Lough Gur, Limerick. Dolerite is predominantly found in the north-east.

Fields of Study & Subjects

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

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN
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Dataset