Toki (Adze), Argillite, Side Cutting; Unknown; Oceania, New Zealand, South Islan...

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Te Hikoi Museum

Name/Title

Toki (Adze), Argillite, Side Cutting

About this object

This is a rare example of a side cutting toki. Known as a side hafted toki. Made from argillite, this example comes from the Southland region. The toki is finished, hammer-dressed, partly ground and has a chipped cutting edge. Originally a dark green colour, the toki has weathered to a light green.

Date Made

Unknown

Place Made

Oceania, New Zealand, South Island, Southland

Medium and Materials

inorganic, stone, argillite

Measurements

h 240 mm x w 90 mm x d 40 mm

Weight: 1310gm

Object Type

equipment

Object number

RI.MA66

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