Bead

Description

Scandinavian axe-shaped bead of amber, from a tumulus in Lanarkshire, Early Bronze Age, 2450 - 2000 BC

Museum reference

X.EQ 108

Collection

Archaeology

Object name

Bead

Date

2450 - 2000 BC

Materials

Amber

Physical description

Amber; in form of a perforated stone hammer head

Collection place(s)

Lanarkshire, Scotland, Northern Europe

Exhibitions

• Amazing Amber (10 May 2013 - 08 Sep 2013)
  National Museum of Scotland

On display

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