Late Bronze Age Chisel with Tang and Terminals

Object Description

A large Late Bronze Age chisel featuring a long tang which was originally inserted into a handle. The cast bronze tool displays an unusually long square-section blade that expands at the end to a convex edge. Two curved protrusions are displayed midway on either side before leading to the tang. The surface is covered with blue-green patination and some earthly encrustations.

Date: Circa 1200 – 600 BC
Period: Late Bronze Age – Early Iron Age

Object History

Ex. collection of a London gentleman, 1990s.

Object Condition

Fine condition. There is some chipping to the edges of the chisel. The piece is covered with patination and earthly encrustations.

Object Details