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Polished axe

Origin

Monte Padrão, Monte Córdova, Santo Tirso.

Material

Grey (R73) amphibolite

Description

Fully polished axe with trapezoidal outline. Symmetrical plano-convex cutting edge. Subcircular section. Pointed butt with traces of use. Sharp cutting edge, with evident traces of use.

Classification and chronology

Type … / Monte Padrão – Phase I-III.

Dimensions

Maximum length: 98 mm; Maximum width: 53 mm; Maximum thickness: 26 mm; Weight: 274,8 gr.

Deposit

MMAP [PAD.02 B1(F 22.02), op. 61] B1(F 22.02), op. 61]

Bibli.

MOREIRA 2005, 20; 2007, 51.