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LOT 1038
Western Asiatic Tanged Bronze Spearhead
LATE 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
10 1/2 in. (151 grams, 26.5 cm).
Having foliate blade with central rib and slender shoulders, cylindrical short shaft encasing a rectangular tang with a bent end.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
Cf. Gernez, G., L’armament en métal au Proche et Moyen-Orient: des origines a 1750 av. J.C., Paris, 2007, fig.2.88, subtypes L2 B.c.
FootnotesThis variant is characterised by a blade of rhomboidal or swollen section, an intermediate part often short widened so as to form a clear stop and a curved bristle at its end, sometimes finished in a button. Most lances are of medium dimensions (23 cm to 36 cm), others are very elongated (more than 50 cm). The best parallels come from Tepe Hissar. Elements of handles found nearby the spearheads in the excavations have made it possible to reconstruct the total length of the weapon (1.40 m).
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LOT 1038
Western Asiatic Tanged Bronze Spearhead
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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Luristan Short Sword Blade
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Late 2nd-early 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £7,000 - 9,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £3,500
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