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LOT 1449
Estimate
GBP (£) 200 - 300
EUR (€) 230 - 350
USD ($) 270 - 400
(3 Bids, Reserve met)
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(3 Bids, Reserve met) | Current bid: £35
VIKING AGE IRON SOCKETTED SPEARHEAD
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
11 1/2 in. (204 grams, 29 cm).
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
11 1/2 in. (204 grams, 29 cm).
Leaf-shaped blade with raised midrib extending to round-section tapering socket with fastening hole; professionally cleaned, conserved, and restored. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the family collection of a South East London collector; formerly acquired in the late 1950s.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, pl.7(3), for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
