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LOT 1454

Thracian Iron Dagger

CIRCA 5TH-1ST CENTURY B.C.

13 5/8 in. (276 grams, 34.7 cm).

Single-edged curving upper blade, rectangular guard with incised saltire, segmented grip and upper guard fixed with pins, loop finial; rhomphaia type. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex North American collection, 1970s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1454

Thracian Iron Dagger

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,430

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