Toki

Description
Stone adze. Probably greywacke. Grey. Polished. Some light pitting, some areas have a high shine. Straight blade edge. Lateral edges slightly curve (convex), the poll end is also curved. There are two pale stickers on one side with the accession number on them. The accession number is also written on the same side against the blade. Also on that side is a chip on poll corner, left hand side.
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Description
Stone adze. Probably greywacke. Grey. Polished. Some light pitting, some areas have a high shine. Straight blade edge. Lateral edges slightly curve (convex), the poll end is also curved. There are two pale stickers on one side with the accession number on them. The accession number is also written on the same side against the blade. Also on that side is a chip on poll corner, left hand side.
Subject categories
Māori culture
Department
Taonga Māori
ID number
2097

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