Celtic eyelet mallet - 11.5 cm
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Description from the seller
Ancient socketed axehead – from the Early Iron Age to the late Roman imperial period
Object: Ancient socketed axehead
Dating: Early Iron Age to late Roman imperial period
Material: iron
Cultural area: Celtic or Roman
Condition: Aged preservation with possible traces of time
Description
For sale is an ancient socketed axehead, a characteristic form of prehistoric and ancient tools and weapons. Socketed axeheads are characterized by their hollow, tubular socket for the wooden shaft, which allowed stable attachment and effective transfer of force.
This axe form was widespread over a long period in various cultural circles of Europe and neighboring regions. Depending on regional expression and temporal classification, suitable specimens served as tools for manual crafts or as components of the then material culture.
The stated dating ranges from the Early Iron Age to the late Roman imperial period.
The piece represents an interesting collector’s item for lovers of prehistoric tools, ancient metal objects, and archaeological antiquities.
Summary
* Object type: Ancient socketed axehead
* Era: Early Iron Age to late Roman imperial period
* Special feature: Characteristic socket construction for shaft attachment
* Collecting area: Prehistory, Iron Age, and Roman antiquity
An interesting historical object that illustrates the development and spread of early metal tools across several epochs.
No shipping outside the European Union.
Ancient socketed axehead – from the Early Iron Age to the late Roman imperial period
Object: Ancient socketed axehead
Dating: Early Iron Age to late Roman imperial period
Material: iron
Cultural area: Celtic or Roman
Condition: Aged preservation with possible traces of time
Description
For sale is an ancient socketed axehead, a characteristic form of prehistoric and ancient tools and weapons. Socketed axeheads are characterized by their hollow, tubular socket for the wooden shaft, which allowed stable attachment and effective transfer of force.
This axe form was widespread over a long period in various cultural circles of Europe and neighboring regions. Depending on regional expression and temporal classification, suitable specimens served as tools for manual crafts or as components of the then material culture.
The stated dating ranges from the Early Iron Age to the late Roman imperial period.
The piece represents an interesting collector’s item for lovers of prehistoric tools, ancient metal objects, and archaeological antiquities.
Summary
* Object type: Ancient socketed axehead
* Era: Early Iron Age to late Roman imperial period
* Special feature: Characteristic socket construction for shaft attachment
* Collecting area: Prehistory, Iron Age, and Roman antiquity
An interesting historical object that illustrates the development and spread of early metal tools across several epochs.
No shipping outside the European Union.
Details
Culture
Celtic
Century/timeframe
Frühe Eisenzeit bis späte römische Kaiserzeit
Name of object
eyelet mallet
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2008
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
11.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
