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Axehead

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from near Duns, Berwickshire

Axehead
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This bronze axehead was probably near Duns in Berwickshire. It dates from between 950 and 750 BC.

The socketed axehead is a form often termed a bag-shaped axe, characterised by a short body and wide blade, with an oval or slightly faceted body section. It is in poor condition, with a pitted surface covered with a thick dark green patina.

Socketed axeheads appear to have been invented on the Continent. Bag-shaped axes are common in Ireland. A curved wooden handle would have fitted into the axehead's socket. A thong could also have attached the axehead to the socket through the loop.

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