Archaeology
Prehistoric Axe
A prehistoric axe head found in UK blocked from export.
Update
A prehistoric battle-axe head found in UK is over 4,000 years old, dating to the Bronze Age. It provides valuable insight into the role of these objects.
Context
The axe head has significant research potential and aesthetic significance, meeting the Waverley criteria. A temporary export bar has been imposed to allow UK museums to purchase it.
Images are illustrative, not photographs of the reported finds.
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