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LOT 0861

Luristan Bronze Pin with Fins

11TH-8TH CENTURY B.C.

7 3/4 in. (66 grams, 19.5 cm).

With a tapering stem, incised chevrons beneath the biconical collar, flanged head with conical finial. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From a UK private collection, before 1980.

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LOT 0861

Luristan Bronze Pin with Fins

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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