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Hand Axe

MOA: University of British Columbia

2948/175

Long, pointed hand axe. Flattened oval shape overall. There are some areas of polish, particularly near the blade end. The blade’s edge is rough.

  • Type of Item axe
  • Culture Asmat
  • Material stone, paint
  • Measurements height 28.5 cm, width 7.5 cm, depth 3.9 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Lorne Balshine
  • Received from Lorne Balshine
  • Made in Papua
  • Collection Date during 1980
  • Ownership Date before April 11, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on April 11, 2012
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2948/0175

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