Ancient Near East / Anatolia, eastern Turkey and northwestern Iran, Luristan culture, ca. 1000 to 600 BCE. A striking cast-bronze slender dagger with a pointed, recessed blade and cuboid handle, which flairs outwards at its base. A series of handle cavities decorate the area just below the blade, likely meant for inlays of bone, stone, or wood. Enveloped in rich patina of azurite blue, seafoam green, and russet hues, this ancient dagger is historical evidence that looks can kill! Size: 12.1" L x 1.1" W (30.7 cm x 2.8 cm)

Provenance: private Virginia, USA collection, acquired from a site in Western Turkey prior to 1970

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#150318

Slight bending to blade with nicks to handle and blade, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout.