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The artifact is a battle axe made from magmatic rock (diabase) of gray-brown color. It was accidentally discovered in 1966 within the territory of Aluniș village, Rîșcani district. Based on its morphological characteristics, the artifact can be attributed to the Catacomb culture (29th-22nd centuries BCE).

The axe features a massive, elongated naviform body with slightly pronounced shoulders, a short and narrow edge that is flat and circular in cross-section. The blade is slightly curved. The hole was drilled in the maximum width of the object. It is circular in shape with a diameter of 2.2 cm. The surface of the artifact is meticulously polished, worked with great care, and shows no signs of damage or chipping.

Dimensions: Length: 20.0 cm; Maximum width: 8.4 cm; Edge diameter: 5.0 cm; Blade width: 7.0 cm; Weight: 2.3 kg.

Stone battle axes are characteristic of the Catacomb culture communities and are most often found as grave goods, deposited in tombs. Their presence in funerary complexes suggests a multifaceted functionality: weapons, social symbols, and ritual objects. Initially used as weapons, the axes became social symbols for their owners, later acquiring votive significance when deposited in tombs to serve the deceased in the afterlife.

The social symbolic function of stone battle axes is indicated by the high-quality rocks used for their manufacture and the exceptionally meticulous craftsmanship. The large dimensions of the axe from Aluniș support this hypothesis and distinguish it from other examples.

The discovery of stone battle axes outside a funerary complex may indicate their votive deposition. It is difficult to imagine that these exceptionally well-crafted pieces, made from high-quality rocks transported over great distances, could have been abandoned or lost accidentally. It is far more likely that they were deposited for magical-religious purposes, a possibility that may also apply to the stone axe discovered at Aluniș.

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„The elite of contemporary art, from Realism to High Definition" 

March 20-29, 2015
On March 20th, 2015, at the National Museum of History of Moldova was opened an exhibition of contemporary painting, organized by the Muscio Studio Arte from Italy...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Colors for Mărțișor” 

February 28 - March 10, 2015
Starting with February 28th, 2015 the National Museum of History of Moldova is hosting an exhibition of Mărțișor organized in collaboration with the Center of Esthetic Education „Lăstărel"...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“The universe of dolls” 

December 16th-29th, 2014
The National Museum of History of Moldova hosts between December 16th and 29th, the first exhibition of designers of dolls and Teddy bears from Moldova - "The universe of dolls"...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“Treasures of the Past (artifacts of gold and silver, 5th millennium BC - 18th century AD)”  

(permanent)
The exhibition brings together the most representative objects made of gold and silver, which originate from the territory of the Republic of Moldova and are preserved in the collections of the National Museum of History of Moldova...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Love for the truth” 

November 15th-30th, 2014
On 15 November, in the hall on the second floor of the National Museum of History of Moldova, was opened the personal exhibition "Love for the truth" of artist photographer Victor Garștea...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Exhibition dedicated to the European Anti-trafficking Day 

October 18th-26th, 2014
A temporary exhibition was organized at the National Museum of History of Moldova on October 18th, marking the European Anti-trafficking Day as part of the National Campaign „Week of fight against trafficking in human beings"...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„National Heritage values – restoration and restitution” 

September 24, 2014 - April 7, 2015
The exhibition „Valuable pieces of national heritage - restoration and restitution" is opened as part of the events celebrating the European Heritage Days....


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Archaeological discoveries on the route Sărăteni-Soroca” 

September 22nd-28th, 2014
The exhibition "Archaeological discoveries on the route Sărăteni-Soroca" has been organized at the National Museum of History of Moldova by the National Agency of Archaeology and Millennium Challenge Account Moldova as part of the European Heritage Days...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Republic of Moldova in philately: history and culture” 

Dedicated to the Independence Day

August 25th– September 7th, 2014
Philately, part of cultural inheritance, is and will remain a representative element of the country's image into the world. The stamp, a true ambassador of history and traditions, of cultural, national and universal moral values is rightfully considered at international level one of national symbols along with the flag, coat of arms, hymn and coin...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“The Great War. Photo-documentary evidences”  

July 31 - September 22, 2014
The conflict that started after the assassination of Sarajevo (July 28th, 1914) was an unprecedented historical event by the number of countries involved, the military effort, and the extent of sacrifice...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“Dictatorship and Democracy in the Age of Extremes. A View on European History of the Twentieth Century” 

June 17 – July 17, 2014
The exhibition is organized at the National Museum of History of Moldova by the Embassy of Germany in the Republic of Moldova...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Moldova - Our Sacred Home” 

May 23 – 31, 2014
The exhibition was organized in the 2nd floor hall of the museum, in collaboration with the Association "Origami Moldova", on the eve of the International Children's Day...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Manhood and Faith” (Military awards from the collection of NMHM) 

May 17, 2014 -May 17, 2015
The National Museum of History of Moldova holds a rich collection of military awards from the 18th - 21st centuries. This valuable collection is very little known to the large public, this serving as motive for the organization of the exhibition „Manhood and Faith"...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“Hansca – archaeological site and school-site (50 years from the beginning of research)”  

April 18 - May 5, 2014
A new exhibition with the generic "Hansca - archaeological site and school-site (50 years from the beginning of research)" was opened to the large public at the National Museum of History of Moldova...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„Valeriu Gagiu. The man and his work”  

March 18 - May 5, 2014
The exhibition „Valeriu Gagiu. The man and his work" is part of a new cycle of cultural and scientific events - a project with the generic „Personalities of the 20th century" initiated by the NMHM having as objective the valorization and promotion of the achievements of notorious personalities of national culture and science...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„David Palatnic: 100 years from birth” 

February 10-28, 2014
The commemorative exhibition celebrating 100 years from the birth of architect David Palatnic was organized by the Memorial House „Alexei V. Şciusev" (branch of National Museum of History of Moldova) in collaboration with the Jewish Cultural Center „KEDEM"...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„The Holocaust in Photos”  

1 - 14 February 2014
The exhibition „The Holocaust in Photos" was organized by the U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Moldova on the occasion of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
„History of a coin”  

January 30 – September 8, 2014
The exhibition History of a coin (monetary circulation in Moldova from oldest times until the present), organized by the National Museum of History of Moldova and the Club of Collectors from Chișinău municipality, is a novel exhibition with a special design that will introduce the public into a miraculous and captivating world of numismatics...


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
“National Museum of History of Moldova: A Brief Illustrated History” 

December 20, 2013 – January 10, 2014
Exhibition "National Museum of History of Moldova: A Brief Illustrated History" falls into a series of actions commemorating the 30th anniversary of the institution. It outlines the evolution of the National Museum of History of Moldova since its foundation in 1983 until the present....


National Museum of History of Moldova, 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova

 



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#Exhibit of the Month

The artifact is a battle axe made from magmatic rock (diabase) of gray-brown color. It was accidentally discovered in 1966 within the territory of Aluniș village, Rîșcani district. Based on its morphological characteristics, the artifact can be attributed to the Catacomb culture (29th-22nd centuries BCE)...

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC