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LOT 1394

Greek and Luristan Bronze Arrowhead Collection

2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 1/2 - 3 1/4 in. (182 grams total, 39-82 mm).

Mainly small triangular-headed tanged types. [21]

Provenance

Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s.

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LOT 1394

Greek and Luristan Bronze Arrowhead Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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