{"product_id":"ancient-celtic-bronze-votive-axe-hallstatt-culture-8th-5th-century-bc-collector","title":"Ancient Celtic Bronze Votive Axe Hallstatt Culture 8th-5th Century BC Viking Wea","description":"\u003cp\u003e Ancient Celtic Bronze Votive Axe Hallstatt Culture 8th-5th Century BC Collector\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional and rare ancient bronze votive axe from a private collection, presented in a fitted wooden display box with red velvet lining. A printed label identifies it as a Celtic Votive Ax, Hallstatt Culture, 8th to 5th Century BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hallstatt culture (c. 800–450 BC) was the dominant Central European Celtic civilization of the early Iron Age, centered in the Austrian Alps region. Bronze votive axes — miniature or non-functional ceremonial axes created as religious offerings — are among the most recognized and sought-after artifact types from this culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Material: Bronze with rich green verdigris patina throughout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Type: Socketed votive\/ceremonial axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Condition: Three fragments held together with wire — common with ancient bronze finds. Rich consistent verdigris patina throughout indicating genuine age\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Presentation: Fitted wooden collector's display box with red velvet lining\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• From a private collection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe socketed form and overall proportions are characteristic of Hallstatt period bronze axes. The rich green patina is consistent and uniform throughout, suggesting genuine age rather than artificial treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold as a collector's item. The identification label was applied by a previous owner or collector. No guarantee of age or origin is made — buyer should satisfy themselves as to authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA truly impressive piece that would be a highlight of any Celtic, Bronze Age, or prehistoric collection. The fitted display box makes this ready to display immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeywords: Hallstatt, Celtic axe, votive axe, bronze axe, Celtic artifact, prehistoric bronze, Iron Age, ancient Celtic, ceremonial axe, Bronze Age, collector antiquity, Hallstatt culture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eselling as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emore than welcome to pick up at shop in butler pa \u0026amp; save shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e022026 jy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cyclewarehouse.online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46611245826210,"sku":"022026 Celtic Axe-1","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0335\/9824\/2861\/files\/img20260220130036208-1.jpg?v=1771611062","url":"https:\/\/cyclewarehouse.online\/products\/ancient-celtic-bronze-votive-axe-hallstatt-culture-8th-5th-century-bc-collector","provider":"cyclewarehouse.online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}