Neolithic, Ground and Polished Axehead
Abstract
This axe weighs 416g, has a full oval cross-section, curved edge shape, asymmetrical blade and a rounded butt. The blade, sides, butt and faces are ground and the blade, sides and faces are polished. The edge is sharp but chipped. The blade area is defined by a higher polish. The faces are well ground. A few areas of remnant pecking are both faces. the findspot is Knockderk Limerick. Gabbro comes primarily from Co. Tyrone. Many gabbro axees found in Ireland were imports from Cornwall.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Archaeological and Geological Studies
Ancient and Medieval Archaeology Studies
Pleistocene-Era Hominins and Archaeology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 11 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Dataset