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LOT 1154
Medieval Iron Axehead Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/2 - 5 in. (1.5 kg total, 9.1 - 12.8 cm).
Composed of a variety of axehead types, each with a roughly circular socket, including one example with punched crescents to one face. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx property of B.C., previously in a 1970s collection.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
Accompanied by a previous dealer's certificate of authenticity.
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British Leather Fencing Helmet
Circa 1890-1920s A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
By Lillywhite Frowd Co of London, fitted with neck fringe, stamped buckled securing strap and wire mesh face and ear panels, padded lining internally marked 'broad arrow-over-67' so likely a military issue. 2.0 kg, 39 cm
Acquired from Manfred Schotten Antiques, 2016. The Kusmirek Collection, UK. Accompanied by a copy of Manfred Schotten invoice and listing.
Although masks/helmets of this general form are typically associated with sword fencing, this example is of very heavy construction so possibly for use in protecting while training with a heavier weapon than a foil or epee. -
Luristan Bronze Arrowhead Group
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising three leaf-shaped tanged arrowhead types. 215 grams total, 19-21 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
North-West Persian Bronze Spearhead
1200-1000 B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
With long tapering blade with rounded shoulders and prominent mid-rib, the tang bent at tip with round stud terminal. 295 grams, 34.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
The weapon belongs to the type 1 of the Khorasani spearhead classification, mainly from Marlik or Amlash areas. Similar pieces have been dated by Stutzinger to 1200-1100 B.C., but the period of use is attested to at least until the 1000 B.C.
