Halberd

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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: National Museums Scotland
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• 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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