Axe Head, Garlieston

Socketed and looped Bronze Age axe-head found at Orchardton, Garlieston, Wigtownshire. Lent to the Stewartry Museum in 1955 by E.A Hornel's Trust.
Object no :
SWAK016
Collection :
Axes & Maces
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
NA
Materials :
Copper alloy
Location :
NA
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
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