Bronze Age Looped and Socketted Axehead

13th-10th century BC. A bronze axehead with narrow blade with flared end, straight edge; the socket with thick collar to the mouth and loop joining to one side of the collar; raised pellet to both flat faces. Cf. Evans, J., The Ancient Bronze Implements, Weapons and Ornaments of Great Britain and Ireland, London, 1881, item 148. 217 grams, 11.7cm (4 1/2"). Ex Alexander Cotton collection, Hampshire, 1970s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.