Cannon balls, human remains, and ancient weapons among finds reported by public to National Museum 

The two Early Bronze Age axeheads (2150-2000 BC) posted anonymously to the National Museum of Ireland in June. Picture National Museum of Ireland

Cannon balls, human remains, rock art, and ancient weapons are among the archaeological discoveries by members of the public reported to the National Museum — with about 10 finds per month being reported.

Over a 13-month period, 137 discoveries were reported to the museum with more than 40% of them concerning objects that were found in Leinster.