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LOT 1673
Bronze Age Socketted Spearhead
11TH-10TH CENTURY B.C.
6 3/4 in. (109 grams, 16 cm).
With flared socket developing to a midrib with scooped lateral ribbing in a leaf-shaped blade; opposed lateral holes to accept attachment pegs.
ProvenanceAcquired in Germany in 2000.
Acquired by the present owner from the above.
Cf. Ehrenberg, M., Bronze Spearheads from Berks, Bucks and Oxon, BAR 34, Oxford, 1977, item 37, for type.
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Bronze Age to Post Medieval Artefact Collection
1st millennium B.C.-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Including socketted arrowheads, harness mounts, scabbard mount, military button and other items. 170 grams total, 14-55 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Bronze Age Socketted Chisel
Central Europe, 2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
With a straight blade and long tubular socket; carination to the collar. 30 grams, 67 mm
Ex German collection, 1990s. -
Bronze Age Socketted Spearhead
11th-10th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £410
With a rounded (unsharpened) edge, broad, rounded point with a prominent stepped midrib and a wide socket with a fastening hole; high-tin bronze. 148 grams, 17.5 cm
Acquired in Germany in 2000. Acquired by the present owner from the above.
