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LOT 1824
Luristan Bronze Socketted Axehead
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
6 3/4 in. (997 grams, 17 cm).
With a triangular tapering blade and a flat cutting edge, oval socket. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
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Greek and Scythian Bronze Arrowhead Collection
Circa 5th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
A mixed group of socketted and tanged arrowheads. 180 grams total, 16-52 mm
London, UK, collection, 1990s.
In ancient Greek warfare, archers were mainly employed by Scythians and Cretans. Both used composite bows made of wood, horn, bone and sinew. This explains the great range of Scythian arrowheads found on the Greek sites. -
Greek Bronze Arrowhead
Circa 5th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
A triangular bronze arrowhead on a display stand with a glass cover. 113 grams total, 16.6 cm including stand
Purchased on the European art market. Property of a Norfolk, UK, collector. -
Greek Lead Slingshot with Trident of Poseidon
3rd-1st century B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Biconical in profile with casting seam and low relief trident motif to one face. 33.4 grams, 31 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
