Chisel, D24.853
Physical Description
Nephrite/pounamu, dark green, kawakawa variety.Whao, high transparency, feather fractures. Chipped cutting edge, ovoid in cross section and highly polished surfaces notwithstanding some pitted areas.
Research Notes
Feather Fractures —Russell Beck
High transperancy
Chromite Grains inclusions
Surface oxidised after manufacture. Chipped cutting edge.
Finished
Provenance
Locality:
Otago Peninsula
Source:
Westland
Measurements
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 113 x 20mmAll Rights Reserved