possibly Multiple archaeological cultures (attributed), including Late Archaic and Woodland Traditions Search this
Previous owner:
John S. Williams (John Stanton Williams/John S. Williams, Sr.), Non-Indian, 1901-1982 Search this
Donor:
John S. Williams (John Stanton Williams/John S. Williams, Sr.), Non-Indian, 1901-1982 Search this
Object Name:
Axe head
Media/Materials:
Stone
Techniques:
Pecked, ground, grooved
Dimensions:
21.6 x 12 x 5.4 cm
Object Type:
Tools and Equipment (General)
Place:
Lawrence; Nassau County; New York; USA
Island Name:
Long Island
Island Grouping:
Long Island
Date created:
3000 BC–AD 1600 (Late Archaic to Late Woodland period)
Collection History:
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of John S. Williams (1901-1982, a New York City stockbroker and MAI trustee); donated to MAI by John S. Williams in 1950.
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