Celtic Iron Spear Tip w/ Patterned Blade
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Description
Ancient Central / Northern Europe, Celtic Iron Age, ca. 5th to 1st century BCE. A lengthy spear tip exhibiting a petaloid blade above a tapered socketing shaft. Along the spine on both sides of the blade are elaborately stamped rows of stippling and sawtooth triangles that imbue this weapon with a personalized presentation not typically seen on iron weaponry. Size: 15.75" L x 1.7" W (40 cm x 4.3 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#175392
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#175392
Condition
Chips and nicks to blade and socketing shaft, with one stable fissure to blade edge near shaft, softening to some patterning on blade, and oxidation commensurate with age, otherwise in excellent condition. Great patina and preservation to form; decorative motifs still visible on blade faces.
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Celtic Iron Spear Tip w/ Patterned Blade
Estimate $1,400 - $2,100
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