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Rare Celtic Iron Spear Head, ex-Piscopo

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Description

Europe, ca. 800 to 500 BCE. This is a hammered iron spear head with a tapered, leaf-shaped design, a slight ridge, and a slender conical socketed shaft for attaching to a piece of wood. Iron spear heads of this style have been found from Ireland to Romania, demonstrating the wide reach of the Celtic culture. You can see a similar object at the National Museum of Ireland. Size: 12.2" L x 1.4" W (31 cm x 3.6 cm).

Provenance: Ex-Private PJ. Piscopo Collection, Ex M. Pedersen acquired before 1990.

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Condition

There is expected rust and patina; the socketed end has some damage and is missing a small portion; otherwise the piece is intact with its shape very clear.

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Rare Celtic Iron Spear Head, ex-Piscopo

Name: Rare Celtic Iron Spear Head, ex-Piscopo
SKU: 43153338
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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