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Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant
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LOT 1810

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]

Provenance

From an ancient art collection, formerly acquired in the UK, European, and USA art markets from pre-2000 collections.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 1810

Bronze Age Sword-Shaped Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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