Axeheads

These two bronze axeheads were found at Craig-a-Bhodaich at Farr in Sutherland. They were probably buried as a gift to the gods sometime between 1300 and 1150 BC.

The distinctively-shaped axeheads are of a type of axe called a palstave.

Axeheads were symbols of power and prestige for a long period, probably with religious significance as well. They were sometimes buried or deposited in watery places as offerings to the gods.

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Online ID:	000-100-034-292-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.DC 91
Date:	Between 1300 and 1150 BC
Material:	Bronze; with a loop Bronze; with a loop
Dimensions:	6.13" x 2.00" 7.00" x 1.75"
What:	Axe, flanged / palstave Axe, flanged / palstave
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Where:	Scotland, Sutherland, Farr, Craig-a-Bodach Scotland, Sutherland, Farr, Craig-a-Bodach
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Description:	Bronze palstave from Craig-a-Bodach, Sutherland Bronze palstave from Craig-a-Bodach
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