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LOT 1172
Luristan Bronze Socketted Axe
13TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
4 in. (371 grams, 10.2 cm).
Composed of a cylindrical socket with channeled lip to upper edge and raised rib to top face, convex cutting edge and raised ridge to butt.
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 1172
Luristan Bronze Socketted Axe
Estimate £180 - 240€210 - 280 (for guidance only)$240 - 320 (for guidance only)
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