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LOT 1557
Luristan Bronze Socketted Spearhead
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
15 in. (285 grams, 38 cm).
Comprising a lentoid-section, leaf-shaped blade with tapering socket.
ProvenanceEx Abelita family collection, 1990s.
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