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LOT 1460

Scythian Iron Axehead

5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

4 5/8 in. (298 grams, 11.7 cm).

Substantial small axehead with triangular-section blade, curved cutting edge, hammer-face to rear of socket. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK market before 1992.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 1460

Scythian Iron Axehead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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