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LOT 1412
Luristan Spearhead Group
8TH CENTURY B.C.
9 1/2 - 11 5/8 in. (226 grams total, 24.2 - 29.5 cm).
Comprising: long slender javelin head with rectangular-section tang; lentoid-section parallel-sided blade with broad tip and sturdy tang. [2, No Reserve]
Provenancewith a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s.
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Smith and Wesson Old Model No 2 Revolver
1861-1874 A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
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Luristan Copper Flat Axe
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