Loading, please wait...
LOT 1402
Viking Age Pierced Iron Axehead
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
5 7/8 in. (265 grams, 14.8 cm).
With broad blade and curved edge, stepped shoulder to the socket with lateral flanges and hammer-face to rear; blade with circular hole behind the edge. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx North American collection, 1970s-1990s.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Luristan Decorated Bronze Spearhead
13th-6th century B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
With broad leaf-shaped blade and tapering square-section tang, ribbed neck. 147 grams, 21.5 cm
From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s. -
Viking Age Pierced Iron Axehead
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
With broad blade and curved edge, stepped shoulder to the socket with lateral flanges and hammer-face to rear; blade with circular hole behind the edge. 265 grams, 14.8 cm
Ex North American collection, 1970s-1990s. -
Medieval Pierced Incendiary Fire Arrowhead
Circa 12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
With heater-shaped profile and holes to the trailing edge, baluster to the neck, square-section tang. 100 grams, 21.5 cm
Private Buckingham, UK, collection, formed before 2000.
