Stone Age Scandinavian Axe Hammer

Neolithic, 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A ground stone axe hammer with slightly convex cutting edge tapering gently to shoulders and reducing to collared oval butt; pierced for attachment to shaft. Cf. Glob, P. V., Danske Oldsager II, Yngre Stenalder, Copenhagen, 1952, no.363, for similar form. 315 grams, 12.2cm (4 3/4"). From the family collection of a South East London collector; formerly acquired in the late 1950s. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.