Description:

Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A large and finely cast copper spear head with a thin tang and a bent tip for mounting to a shaft. The leaf-shaped head has rounded shoulders that taper to a point, and a prominent midrib runs the length of the blade. A rich layer of patina covers the surface in nice green hues with small areas of red. The large size suggests that this was used by a warrior on horseback to kill the opponent in one strike. A magnificent piece of weaponry, intimidating and beautifully preserved! Size: 14.6" L x 3.1" W (37.1 cm x 7.9 cm)

Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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#157877

  • Condition: Tip is slightly blunted. Surface wear and nicks to peripheries commensurate with age and use. Fabulous green patina!

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