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LOT 1475
Late Roman Period Iron Narrow Axehead
GERMANY, 3RD-5TH CENTURY A.D.
6 1/8 in. (616 grams, 15.5 cm).
Narrow axe with curved blade and oval socket with a flat extension to the rear. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx M. Spiegelberg collection, since 1991; thence by descent.
Accompanied by a previous yellow cataloguing slip.
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LOT 1475
Late Roman Period Iron Narrow Axehead
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £100
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Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
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Opening Bid: £50
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Bids: 4 | Current Bid: £40
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