MHG61028 - Stone Axehead - Kyle of Lochalsh
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Type and Period (1)
- FINDSPOT (Neolithic - 4000 BC to 2401 BC)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A Neolithic axehead from Kyle of Lochalsh was acquired by the NMS in 1953. Is is described in the catalogue as made of a fine buff stone with quartzite streaks, the butt and sides abraded and two opposite hollows towards one side. Acc. No. AF 933. <1>
The precise findspot is unknown. Grid reference is four figure and indicative of Kyle of Lochalsh area only. <2>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 7600 2800 (20m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG72NE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Civil Parish | LOCHALSH |
Finds (1)
- AXEHEAD (Neolithic - 4000 BC to 2401 BC)
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