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Stone tool: granite axe head

Object(s) photograph: Site: Giza; view: G 2419, G 2400, G 5225, G 2186, G 2402, G 2438, G 2014, G 7765, G 7050

Grey granite axe head. Illustration: Yes. Illustration scale: 1:2

Details

  • ID
    HUMFA_40-2-6
  • Department
    Harvard University-Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
  • Classification
    Tools & equipment-Woodworking and stoneworking
  • Findspot
    Lying on surface S of mastaba G 2014 (Junker's area)
  • Material
    Granite
  • Dimensions
    Height: 6.5 cm Length: 15 cm Thickness: 5.8 cm
  • Credit Line
    Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
  • Date of Register Entry
    02/05/1940
  • Problems/Questions
    Problem: material: note basaltique (?)