Newbie here…is this a hand axe of some sort? Or scraper?

[hobbyhunter_kate]

I found this today have no idea what it is, but I think it’s definitely something? The edge is chipped btw. I’ve attached multiple photos taken at different angles. Expertise is greatly appreciated.

 

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[hobbyhunter_kate]

I’m located in Northern Alabama btw

 

[Tdog]

I'd say it's a partially flaked celt (likely more uncommon than a ground celt). The chip out of the bit is damage from usage--it was ground into shape producing that slick edge. All celts were hafted so not technically a hand axe.

 

[hobbyhunter_kate]

I'd say it's a partially flaked celt (likely more uncommon than a ground celt). The chip out of the bit is damage from usage--it was ground into shape producing that slick edge. All celts were hafted so not technically a hand axe.

Thank you for the info!

 

[Older The Better]

Cool find

 

[antmike915]

Very nice, looks like a partially flaked Celt to me as well.

 

[Buckleberry]

Definitely a celt ( ungrooved axe). Nice!

 

[tamrock]

I believe so. Somebody's tool at one time.

 

[Tdog]

It took a lot of time to shape that bit by grinding. The finished piece was mounted into a prepared, socketed, wooden handle and used like a modern day axe.

 

[dirstscratcher]

I've seen a number of late woodland celts here in Ohio that are very similar, banged out to the general shape and then a ground edge. I guess efficiency, not beauty was the rule.

 

[pingdis]

Very cool find.

 

[Bamasteve]

Nice find, you say you found it in Northern Alabama?

 

[Tdog]

Nice find, you say you found it in Northern Alabama?

He says he's in N. AL. It's a flaked celt anywhere it was found IMO.

 

[Monsterrack 15]

In my area we find more chipped celts than polished ones.