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LOT 1357

Western Asiatic Bronze Barbed Arrowhead

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 1/2 in. (24.7 grams, 63 mm).

Triangular in plan with raised central midrib and tapering lugs below, square socket and circular horizontal piercing through the body above. [No Reserve]

Provenance

On the European art market before 2000.
Ex collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman; acquired on the UK art market.

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LOT 1357

Western Asiatic Bronze Barbed Arrowhead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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