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Axehead

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From Skye

Axehead
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This bronze axehead was found at Skye. It was made between 950 and 750 BC.

A curved wooden handle would have fitted into the axehead's socket. A thong could also attach the axehead to the socket through the loop.

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

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