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Up for your consideration is a beautiful prehistoric hardstone axe head featuring an exceptionally deep, well-defined three-quarter groove. This artifact boasts a phenomenal profile with a high ridge definition along the hafting groove, showing expert ancient pecking and grinding methods. The stone has a rich, dark brownish-gray composition with beautiful golden-tan mottling and spackling throughout.
Length: Approximately 5 inches.
Width: Approximate 2 1/2 inches
Weight: 1 lb. 7.5 oz.
Providence and History:
This piece has been held in a private collection for over 35 years. It was personally acquired from a single-owner estate sale of a homeowner who had sold his farm in Southern Illinois and moved to Florida. Based on the estate contents, it is strongly believed to have been a personal farm find from that Southern Illinois region.
Condition and Report:
Excellent ancient condition with superb eye appeal and deep groove definition.
Completely structurally sound:
Absolutely no modern chips and no hairline cracks.
The bit (cutting edge) and poll (butt end) remain remarkably well-preserved for a tool of this age.
● Please note: This is the smaller of two distinct stone axe heads that were recovered from the exact same Southern Illinois estate.
Photos:
Please preview all photos provided - including tape measure and scale views - to evaluate the magnificent texturing, size, condition, and deep groove of this historic relic.
Shipping:
Item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped fully insured to preserve its historic value.
