Socketed Celt

1924.02.0161

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification	Socketed Celt (1924.02.0161)
Classification/ Nomenclature	Materials T&E : Multiple Use T&E for Materials : N/A
Artist/Maker	Unknown
Geographic Location	Europe, West : France : Schelestadt
Period	Middle Bronze Age
Date	1800 – 1200 BC
Culture	French

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length)	12.92 cm
Dimension 2 (Width)	4.11 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth)	3.12 cm
Weight	398.9 g
Measuring Remarks	Under Review
Materials	Metal--Bronze
Manufacturing Processes	Cast

Research Remarks

Description	socketed celt. hollow type. Found in Lower Rhine Valley region. Baudon-Gamber Collection. First Iron Age, large socketed celt with a triple banded butt distinct on all but the ear side. Bands are rounded and ear is ridged, ear is 16.1 mm long, 6.7 mm wide, and 12.0 mm high. An area of malformation caused by poor metal flow during casting is present on one face. The four sides have distinct ridges along the entire length of the celt. Mould seepage is present on the blade edge. Socket is ovoid, 24.8 X 18.1 mm.
Published Description	Under Review
Bibliography	Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication	Baudon Collection
Reproduction	no

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