Record ID: DEV-B23D2F
Object type: SCRAPER (TOOL)
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Later Prehistoric flint scraper, probably of Later Bronze Age or Iron Age date, c. 1600-1 BC. A large sub-piriform secondary flake of mottled grey-brown flint, broadly sub-trapezoidal in cross section and retaining a layer of thin, sandy cortex on c. 20% of its dorsal face. A striking platform survives at the proximal end, with a large but unscarred bulb of percussion. A number of negative removal scars are present on the dorsal face, struck from at least four directions; the most prominent being a very large hinged removal struck from 45 degrees to the striking platform. The flake …
Created on: Wednesday 7th February 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NMS-AFF565
Object type: AXEHEAD
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Neolithic flint axehead dating to the period c. 4000 - 2351 BC. The butt is rounded with flaking scars evident across both surfaces, all of which are patinated. lenticular in cross section with faceted sides which have been ground along the entire length to aid hafting.The blade has been polished to remove flake scars and create a smooth cutting edge. The rest of the body, on both faces is unpolished and covered with flaking scars. The flint is pale grey, with occasional buff inclusions and small patches of iron staining on both faces.
Created on: Wednesday 7th February 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd November 2021
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