This is a beautiful copper alloy axe from northern Iran. It dates to approximately 1200-1500 BCE. It has an elegantly flared socket with a small hammer protruding from the rear. The blade is flared at the cutting edge with the surface being mildly convex. It is in remarkable condition for its age and would be a great addition to any collection. It weighs 216 grams and measures 13.8 cm across its long axis.
This is a pristine bronze age dagger in a style common to early Greek culture. It has a heavy, leaf-shaped blade with a with a powerful midrib. The tang is long and terminate in a knob with a 90 degree turn. The patina is a very attractive blend of browns and greens with a touch of blue in places. This is a graceful and elegant piece that would be a spectacular addition to any collection.
This is a very nice example of an early Middle Eastern copper alloy or bronze dagger blade. It has an unusual shaped blade that is somewhat triangular but with tapered edges near the guard area. The tang is short and flat with a perforation near the end for attachment to a handle or shaft. The piece is solid and stable and in excellent condition. It measures roughly 21 cm in length and weighs 89 grams. This is a wonderful example of ancient craftsmanship.
This is a very interesting bronze, socketed spear from ancient Greece or Persia. It has a slightly swollen midrib accented with incised lines. The socket is split at the original seam and there are some losses. The blade has what appears to be ancient battle damage, making this quite a unique piece for any collection. The overall length is roughly 18 cm and the weight is 130 grams.
This is a very early specimen of a bronze dagger or spear from the ancient middle East. It is solid and stable with only minor losses. It has a plain blade and tang typical of the earliest pieces from the region. It weighs 162 grams and measures roughly 20 cm in length. This is a great piece to start off your collection or to pick up a very early type at a reasonable price.
This week I am posting several Bronze Age weapons from the Middle East including a set of 5, very unique, crescent-hilt daggers from the Marlik culture (circa 1000 BC). These all came from the same private collection. For a nearly identical example see "Arms and Armor from Iran" by Manoucher Khorasani p 50 figure 1 and page 53. This specimen appears to have been cleaned partially so I have included a 35X micrograph of an area of the surface showing crystallization common on ancient br ...click for details
This week I am posting several Bronze Age weapons from the Middle East including a set of 5, very unique, crescent-hilt daggers from the Marlik culture (circa 1000 BC). These all came from the same private collection. For information on similar types see "Arms and Armor from Iran" by Manoucher Khorasani pp 59 and 71. On this particular specimen, the penannular or crescent guard is solid. The grip or handle area is flanged to hold an inlay of some material - likely wood, ivory or bone. ...click for details
This is a heavy but smaller than average bronze socketed axe from ancient Persian - probably the Luristan culture. It is intact and a strong specimen. It measures just under 19 cm along its longest axis. It weighs 293 grams.
This fantastic ancient weapon is a bronze dagger or spear from Luristan - ancient Northern Iran circa 1200 BC. This piece is heavy and stable. It has a leaf shaped blade with a strong midrib. The tang tapers to a small 90 degree bend.It has a wonderful patina including malachite and azurite encrustations. This would be a marvelous addition to any collection.It measures just over 26 cm in length and weighs208 grams.
This is a fine specimen of a bronze age sword from ancient Persia (circa 1200 BC). It measures roughly 554mm and weighs 599 grams. The metal is solid and stable. Though I cannot say for sure it does appear that the pommel may have been reattached. It appears as if the guard was inlaid originally. This is an excellent opportunity to add a unique piece to your collection.
