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LOT 1357

Greek Bronze Socketted Arrowhead

CIRCA 4TH-2ND CENTURY A.D.

1 1/4 in. (1.5 grams, 32 mm).

Triangular in section with barbed blades and shallow socket. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from Red House Antiques, York, UK, in 2008.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK.

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LOT 1357

Greek Bronze Socketted Arrowhead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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