Georgia (Colchis)

Colchian-Koban Ceremonial Bronze Axe with Deer, Canine, and Arrow Motifs

2675

Crafted during the Late Bronze Age to Early Iron Age transition, specifically dated to the 1st millennium BC (circa 9th–7th century BC).

Functionally and symbolically, while adapted from utilitarian combat axes, highly decorated specimens of this caliber served as elite status symbols, insignia of military and tribal chieftainship, and sacred ritual votive offerings tied to warrior cults and agrarian-solar belief systems in the ancient Caucasus.