Socketed Axe Head Axe Axe Head Snuff Mull

ABDUA:19669

Socketed axe head, decoration: Ridge (cast). Type: Rectangular (Coles), Portree [variant Kalemouth] (S&B). This axe has been made into a snuff box sometime in the 19th century (probably by the finder). Inscription engraved on lid.
Inscription: On lid: A DANISH BATTLE AXE FOUND ON THE COAST OF CRUDEN 1823

Field Collection Date: [ 1823 ]

Early: -1200 Late: -600 Period: LBA

metal copper alloy bronze, cast, L: 76 mm W: 51 mm L(lid): 43 mm W(lid): 36 mm

Physical Object

Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Coast of Cruden Aberdeenshire

Acquisition Source: purchase ( Russel family )