Axe 8th-7th centuries BC Bronze L 16.3 cm Georgia, Abkhazia, Koban Culture The surface of this axe is decorated with an engraved figure of a dog-like animal and geometrical design. With a rounded butt, the axe has flanges either side of the shaft hole and a wide, rounded blade. Battle-axes are typical of Koban culture and can easily be recognised by their peculiar shape and fine engraving.