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Gouge, Whao

Mostly complete pounamu gouge. Cross-section is circular. The surface is ground. The proximal end shows working, with a concave bevel, but the end is broken off. The distal end is also bevelled, but not concave. Cutting edge is sharp and curved.

Provenance Place:
Hoopers Inlet, Otago Peninsula, Dunedin City, Otago, New Zealand

D35.1046

Details

Measurements
99.2 x 20.6 x 21mm
Media/Materials
Pounamu, Jade, mineral, inorganic
Credit Line
Mr David Teviotdale
Rights
All rights reserved
Department
Taoka Maori
Accession Number
D35.1046
On Display
Yes

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