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LOT 1056
Western Asiatic Crescentic Axehead
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
7 1/2 in. (146 grams, 19 cm).
A copper-alloy crescentic axehead, both faces with raised border to the upper edge, central pierced arm for attachment to haft; ancient nick to blade; one terminal lost in antiquity.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Exceptional quality.
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Opening Bid: £250
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