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LOT 1428
Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
VIKING AGE NARROW IRON AXEHEAD
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
5 in. (229 grams, 12.6 cm).
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
5 in. (229 grams, 12.6 cm).
With triangular-section long blade extending to a socket with small lateral flanges and rectangular extension to the rear.
PROVENANCE:
Property of London businessman, from his grandfather's collection after WW2; thence by family descent.
From the private collection of John Lawton, Surrey, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of a previous catalogue information page.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.V, item 23.
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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.
