RARE ANCIENT IRON SWORD
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Western Asiatic/Aegan, ca. 1000 BC.An iron sword featuring a leaf-shaped blade with a prominent midrib on both faces and tapering to a sharp point. The blade is cast with a hilt consisting of a U-shaped guard and a round-section handle with horizontal ribs, designed to provide a secure and comfortable grip for the wielder. The sword's D-shaped small pommel serves as a counterbalance to the blade, ensuring optimal handling and control. This type of sword was commonly used in the ancient Near East, where it played a significant role in warfare and was often considered a symbol of power and prestige. Size: L:430mm / W:54mm ; 305g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.
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RARE ANCIENT IRON SWORD
Estimate £600 - £900
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