Need I.D please!

[olekyground]

Hello. Found this in my grandpas old tool box. Its been in there for about 20 years and I have always wandered what it is. has a large thumb print inprinted in the rock and appears to be sharpened at the end. I assumed it might be indian artifact? any ideas Thanks!!

 

[The Grim Reaper]

That is what is called a Celt and is basically an ungrooved Axe. It was used in woodworking. Also, I doubt there's an actual "thumbprint" on the stone. It looks to be just a depression in the rock. Nice piece. Take it out of your grandpas tool box and put it up somewhere so it doesn't get damaged.

 

[Flintfinder of Mo.]

Yeap that's a Celt, ungrooved axe..... I have seen many with a dimple in the side like that... Look like the bit end has some damage from use..... John