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LOT 1997

Greek Bronze Hoplite Spearhead

CIRCA 7TH-5TH CENTURY B.C.

19 7/8 in. (295 grams, 50.3 cm).

Comprising a square-section tapering shank developing to the midrib of a leaf-shaped two-edged blade with flange to each shoulder, tang with hooked end and button finial.

Provenance

Ex Abelita collection, 1980s-2010.

Literature

Cf. Branigan, K., Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, item 447, for type VIII.

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LOT 1997

Greek Bronze Hoplite Spearhead

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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 £150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*

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