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LOT 1577

Large Bronze Age Square-Hammered Awl

CENTRAL EUROPE, 2ND-EARLY 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

7 1/8 in. (24.4 grams, 18.1 cm).

With round-section point and shank, square-section shoulder. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German collection, acquired before 2000.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1577

Large Bronze Age Square-Hammered Awl

Sold for (Inc. bp): £20

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