RecordBattle axes< 1 of 1 > Back From Cluny Muir, Kinglassie, Fife and St Andrews, Fife
Battle axesThese two stone battle axes were found at Cluny Muir at Kinglassie in Fife and at St Andrews in Fife. Although they could have functioned as weapons, their main purpose was to be symbols of power. They date from between 2000 to 1700 BC. The axeheads are of a type known as flat profile battle axes. The top example is unfinished, with only the beginning of a cylindrical hole on one face. The bottom example is finished, with the hole smoothly drilled through. Battle axes were adapted from Continental Europe around the time when metallurgy was introduced to Scotland. They were originally mounted on handles. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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