Record ID: WILT-656D09
Object type: AXE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron 'bearded' axe or axehead probably post medieval dating to c AD 1540- 1800. The axe is sub-rectangular in plan with an irregular lower edge where the edge of the blade projects downwards from the socket. The blade is sub-triangular in plan with a blunted end where the blade attaches to the integral socket. The butt is rectangular in plan with a socket hole all the way through the centre. The back of the butt of the axe is rectangular. As the blade expands in width it tapers in section; forming a wide even cutting edge. A slight bevelled blade facet can be seen on the edge …
Created on: Tuesday 20th October 2015
Last updated: Monday 16th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Marlborough', grid reference and parish protected.