Patrick Creamer of Ballyvistea brought a stone axe head to school a few days ago. The main facts regarding it are as follows:
Where found - It was found in Ballyvistea, Emly, Co. Tipperary.
Condition - It is in good condition, very polished, but a corner is chipped.
Material - It is made of flint stone.
Colour - It is of a grey green colour, with brown stains.
Edge - The edge is curved and very sharp.
Weight - It weights 1 lb 2ozs.
Length - It is 6 inches long.
Breadth - Widest 2.8 inches. Narrowest 1.8 inches.