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LOT 1443

Medieval Iron Broad Axehead with Maker's Mark

CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

8 1/4 in. (700 grams, 210 mm).

The socket D-shaped in plan with gently curved rear edge, narrow neck ad swept curve to the blade with forge-welded steel edge; lateral stamped mark. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex private North American collection, California, USA, 1970s-1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1443

Medieval Iron Broad Axehead with Maker's Mark

Sold for (Inc. bp): £468

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