Lot 854
Ancient Persian Dagger in Cast Bronze. Northwestern Iran or Luristan, c. 12th-10th century BC. Flange-hilted dagger, the handle once set with wood or bone, with gripping indents along the sides. Narrow blade with thicker reinforcing mid-rib. Some flaking to flange, mainly at the pommel. Overall, weapon in very good condition, with variegated green and dark brown patina. Length: 13-1/4". Blade still efficiently sharp!
Estimated Value $600 - 950.
Axel Guttmann Museum, Christies London (4-28-2004), lot 36. Cf. Moorey, Adam Collection, no. 26, for closely similar example.
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