Record ID: IOW-4D460C
Object type: AXEHEAD
Broad period: PALAEOLITHIC
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Palaeolithic flint sub-cordate handaxe dating to the period c. 500,000 BC-c. 150,000 BC. This implement is asymmetrical (sub-triangular) in plan, lozengiform in side view and pointed oval in cross-section. It has a reversed S-shape profile. From the rounded tip, the sides flare outwards and downwards and then converge to the butt. It has been bi-facially flaked overall except where there is a small area of cortex at the butt end of the ventral face. This handaxe is in good condition and has a shiny reddish brown patina with some matt grey areas. The cortex is dark gre…
Created on: Monday 29th February 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 1st March 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.