double axes

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Scope note
Prehistoric shaft-hole axes with symmetric cutting edges at each side of the shaft. Found in stone, copper and bronze. The double axe was a common religious symbol in Minoan Crete and was also used as a votive object.
double axes
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024