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Axehead from Skara Brae, Orkney

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Axehead from Skara Brae, Orkney
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This irregularly-shaped stone axehead was found at the site of the Neolithic settlement of Skara Brae in Orkney. It was used sometime between 3100 and 2400 BC.

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The settlement of Skara Brae was buried in sand, thus preserving buildings and a range of everyday objects. Walls and furnishings were of stone, since little wood was available in Orkney. Stone was also used for ornaments and other objects, such as this axehead.

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