Description:

Eastern Europe, Black Sea Region, Danube River Valley, Scythian Empire, ca. 7th to 6th century BCE. A forged-iron dagger or short sword known as an akinakes (acinaces) with a slender blade, a shallow midrib, sharpened edges, and a pointed tip. The V-shaped hand guard is suitable for protecting one's fingers, and the bar-shaped pommel is situated on the end. While it is especially rare for a 2000-year-old ancient iron weapon to have survived burial in Europe, the additional rarity of this being of Scythian origin makes this a piece of great importance to the most advanced collections. Size: 15.1" L x 2.2" W (38.4 cm x 5.6 cm)

Provenance: ex-Royal Athena Galleries, New York City, New York, USA

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#187766

  • Condition: Restoration to several areas of blade edge as shown. Abrasions and nicks, otherwise in great condition. Good patina throughout.

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