Copper-alloy, 190 grams, 95.42 mm. Circa 2200 BC to 1200 BC. A socketed axe head of 'south-eastern' type with a heavy cast flange, hollow head and solid attachment loop. The sides of the axe head are slightly bowed in section and parallel, flaring twoards the cutting edge. The casting seam is present on both sides. Axes of this type were used both in tree-felling and in warfare. The present example retains most of its original edge. Reference: Moore, C.N. and Rowlands, M.J. Bronze Age Metalwork in Salisbury Museum, Salisbury, 1972, p.56-7. Part missing otherwise, very fine condition. Provenance: from an old English collection.