Find Spot record PAL 057 - Prehistoric grooved axe, hammer or maul
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Summary
Grooved axe, hammer or maul from Palgrave. Formerly recorded as PAL MISC
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 11 78 (1000m by 1000m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM17NW |
| Civil Parish | PALGRAVE, MID SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Palgrave. Large stone `? wedge', notched axe or maul? circa 24.6 cms long. Squared, relatively parallel sides with slightly narrower cutting edge. Opposite end convex hammer, shaped with relatively crude groove immediately below. Petrologically sectioned - number S84, group `? XVIII' (Whin Sill). Personal possession (S1).
For another `grooved axe' see LUD 011.
Formerly recorded as PAL MISC
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF11014 (No record type): Clough, T.H.Mck. & Green, B.. McKClough T H & Green B, PPS, 151, fig 13..
Finds (2)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
May 21 2020 8:47AM