Axehead from Skara Brae, Orkney

This irregularly-shaped stone axehead was found at the site of the Neolithic settlement of Skara Brae in Orkney. It was used sometime between 3100 and 2400 BC.

Axe

The settlement of Skara Brae was buried in sand, thus preserving buildings and a range of everyday objects. Walls and furnishings were of stone, since little wood was available in Orkney. Stone was also used for ornaments and other objects, such as this axehead.

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Online ID:	000-000-136-627-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0035: Early Scottish Shelter - Life in the Prehistoric Home (multimedia essay) Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.HA 618
Date:	Between 3100 and 2400 BC
Material:	Stone
Dimensions:	3.30" max breadth x 6.10" L
What:	Axe
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Where:	Scotland, Orkney, Skaill, Skara Brae
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