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LOT 1093
Estimate
GBP (£) 100 - 140
EUR (€) 120 - 160
USD ($) 130 - 190
WESTERN ASIATIC SOCKETTED SPEARHEAD
9TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
5 7/8 in. (81 grams, 15 cm long).
9TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
5 7/8 in. (81 grams, 15 cm long).
A bronze spearhead with short conical socket, triangular-shaped blade with prominent central rib.
PROVENANCE:
Earlier 20th century Cologne collection, Germany.
London Mayfair gallery, UK.
Dr D.G. collection, 1990s-2019.
Accompanied by an old typed catalogue slip with provenance.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Gernez, G., L’armament en métal au Proche et Moyen-Orient: des origines a 1750 av. J.C., Paris, 2007, fig.2.105, subtype L5.B.b, for the 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:
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