One half of a small soapstone mold for a decorated ax without a handle. The shape is black and semi-circular. The core print consists of a conical depression in the middle, flanked by two round depressions and a notch on each side. The cavity is for a small waisted axe, with raised ribs on the side facets. There is a round indentation on the blade, which is an imperfection in the soapstone. Rygh 1999 [1885], fig. 97 is a parallel. Length: 5.9 cm Width: 3.8-4 cm
Location:
Stangeland, Sandnes, Rogaland
Context:
Found in the ground, no other information.
Date:
Younger Bronze Age period 5-6