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Bronze axe
Image Not Available for Bronze axe
Object Number 39-83-30/1878
Display Title Bronze axe
Descriptions
Object Description Semi-circular metal (bronze) axe, with massive T-shaped attachment for mounting 75 mm wide. Loose green corrosion product.
Inventory Description Bronze blade, cresecent shape, T-shaped handle, fabric impressions.
Classification
  • Blade
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Inca?
  • Late Coastal
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Bronze
Dimensions Overall: 8.7 x 7.8 x 1.8 cm (3 7/16 x 3 1/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 39-83-30/1878
Provenance
Collector Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop (Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)
Donor Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop (Summer 1939 - 10/5/1939)

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