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LOT 2016
Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant
KOBAN CULTURE, CIRCA 1300-400 B.C.
4 3/4 in. (41 grams, 12.2 cm).
Formed as a leaf-shaped blade with raised ribs on both sides, pierced through the tang. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an ancient art collection, formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA art markets from pre-2000 collections.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
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Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant
Koban Culture, circa 1300-400 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Formed as a leaf-shaped blade with raised ribs on both sides, pierced through the tang. 41 grams, 12.2 cm
From an ancient art collection, formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA art markets from pre-2000 collections. Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
