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Unusual Ancient Luristan Bronze Short Sword

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Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A cast-bronze short sword of an unusual form bearing a congruous handle and blade. The trapezoidal handle enabled a soldier to easily wield the weapon while the elongated petaloid blade tapers to form a rounded tip. Layers of naturally-occurring patina in hues of russet, green, and azurite have formed across the weapon. Size: 14.3" L x 2.75" W (36.3 cm x 7 cm)

Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from Zurqieh Antiquities, Dubai, UAE, March 19, 2015

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Condition

Slight bending to overall form, with nicks and abrasions to handle and blade, and light earthen deposits, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout.

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Unusual Ancient Luristan Bronze Short Sword

Name: Unusual Ancient Luristan Bronze Short Sword
SKU: 177772832
Price: 700 USD
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