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LOT 1077

Greek Arrowhead Group

5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

1 - 1 3/4 in. (68.3 grams total, 24-45 mm).

A group of bronze socketted arrowheads of various types, including lozenge-shaped examples, spurred types and examples with triangular cross-sections. [25]

Provenance

Acquired before 2000.
From the collection of a European gentleman living in the UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 1077

Greek Arrowhead Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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