Ancient European Bronze Age 2700-2000 B.C. Copper Alloy Celt Axe

Ancient European early Bronze Age (2700-2000 BC) copper alloy celt - axe with a flared, slightly convex cutting edge. The rectangular, solid butt is characteristically snapped after the casting process, and it has grooves for attaching a wooden shaft.
DIMENSIONS:
Overall length: 8.7 cm (3.43 inches).
Height of the cutting edge: 3.8 cm (1.5 inches).
Weight: 247 grams
CONDITION: Despite its age, the item is in good condition, although it does show signs of use and wear. The cutting edge displays evidence of sharpening from an older time, and the surface is covered with a dark brown and green patina.