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LOT 1393
Medieval Iron Dagger
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
13 1/4 in. (244 grams, 33.5 cm).
Comprising a single-edge blade with swept point, thick bolster with lateral spur, rivets for lateral organic scales. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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Piriform missile with domed filler-hole, three raised lugs to the body and a circumferential decorative band composed of chevrons and ring-and-dot motifs; intended to be filled with explosive liquid and wick, used as a hand grenade. 1.2 kg, 20.2 cm
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Turco-Mongol 'Greek Fire' Ceramic Fire Bomb or Hand Grenade
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Amarlu Type Bronze Sword with Mushroom Pommel
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With solid hilt having a penannular guard, an openwork grip and a conical cast mushroom pommel, the blade with pronounced mid-rib and tapering to a sharp point. 598 grams, 51.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
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