Calting Copper Axe

Calting Copper Axe

Description:

Flat axe, probably of arsenical copper, cast in an open mould; wedge-shaped with pointed butt and lunate cutting edge; Calting type B.I.a. dated ECI-MCIII; some damage at butt and a little surface pitting; unprovenanced.


Dimensions: Length: 7.60 centimetres max ; Width: 2.40 centimetres max.


Object Type: axe


Series: Catling type (B.I.a)


Techniques: cast

Period:

Early Bronze Age II

Date:

2300 - 1650 BC

Collection:

British Museum

Provenance:

Found/Acquired: Nicosia (city)

Accession Number:

1969,1231.36