Halberd

Bronze Age halberds were dagger-like objects mounted at right angles to the haft. This bronze example was found in Galloway. It dates from around 2300 to 2000 BC.

The broad blade has a rounded midrib. There are two rivet holes where it attached to the haft. The butt is damaged.

Halberds were unambiguous weapons, and clearly served a ceremonial purpose. Over 40 are known from Scotland, varying in shape and size, though most have a midrib and rivet holes.

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Online ID:	000-100-188-274-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.DJ 5
Date:	Between 2300 and 2000 BC
Material:	Bronze
Dimensions:	9.00" L
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Where:	Scotland, Galloway
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Description:	Bronze halberd from Galloway
References:	Coles, John M. Scottish Early Bronze Age metalwork. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, 101 (1968-9), 1-110, esp. pp 35-40, 87.
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