Axe head

This is one of the history objects in our collection.

Object Detail

Description
Metal axe head dug out of the ground at former blacksmith's site in Pirongia. Indented shape and unusual metal extension opposite blade. Appears to have had slot through the centre where handle would go. Either used by Europeans as tool or Maori as a weapon.
Accession number
2011.48.2

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Classifications

Axe, Felling Forestry T&E T&E For Materials Nomenclature

Collection Types

Blacksmith Occupational History

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