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Medieval Socketted Iron Crossbow Bolt Head with Amphora Maker's Mark Medieval Socketted Iron Crossbow Bolt Head with Amphora Maker's Mark Medieval Socketted Iron Crossbow Bolt Head with Amphora Maker's Mark
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LOT 1369

Medieval Socketted Iron Crossbow Bolt Head with Amphora Maker's Mark

15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.

2 7/8 in. (35.4 grams, 72 mm).

With pyramidal point, square-section shaft, tubular socket and amphora-shaped maker's mark. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Tucker collection, Buckinghamshire, UK; formed in the 1980s.
Property of a Kent lady collector.

CONDITION
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LOT 1369

Medieval Socketted Iron Crossbow Bolt Head with Amphora Maker's Mark

Sold for (Inc. bp): £390

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