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LOT 1256
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,521
BRONZE AGE ACHAEMENID LAPIS LAZULI INLAID DAGGER
CIRCA 6TH-5TH CENTURY BC WITH LATER INLAY
13 1/2" (Bronze and lapis lazuli, 330 grams, 34 cm including stand).
CIRCA 6TH-5TH CENTURY BC WITH LATER INLAY
13 1/2" (Bronze and lapis lazuli, 330 grams, 34 cm including stand).
A cast bronze dagger with lapis lazuli decoration on the hilt; the lentoid-section blade triangular with two convergent bands of four grooves and crescents between at the top; the guard an elliptical-section flange with the grip emerging above; the pommel formed from two later pelta-shaped blocks of lapis lazuli attached to a flange above the grip, with two further triangular blocks inset above the junction with the guard; supplied with a custom-made display stand. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Property of a European Gentleman living in London; acquired in the UK before 1980.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
