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Adze, Toki

Broken adze (lower blade remaining). Stone. Mid grey. Cross-section is rectangular. Surface of front and bevel are ground, bruising on sides and back of blade. Butt not present, but sides start to taper before break. Bevel is continuous with blade, cutting edge is sharp and curved with light chipping. "Shag River" written on front.

Provenance Place:
Shag River, Waitaki District, Otago, New Zealand

D29.1469

Details

Cultural Group
Kāi Tahu, Māori, Polynesian, Pacific
Measurements
77.4 x 43.4 x 26.5mm
Media/Materials
Rock, inorganic
Credit Line
Mr David Teviotdale
Rights
All rights reserved
Department
Taoka Maori
Accession Number
D29.1469
On Display
No

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