A fine Anatolian copper-alloy blade with bent tang

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A fine Anatolian copper-alloy blade with bent tang
Stock Number:
y4522
$ 2500.00

Description

A fine Anatolian copper-alloy blade. This example has a significantly higher copper content judging byt the colour and weight of the blade. Classic leaf form with raised central midrib. The rounded tang has some flattened areas with a flattened bent end.

Ex. Ayub Collection, London

Origin:

Circa early 2nd Millennium B.C., Anatolia

Dimensions:

Length: 50 cm / Width: 5.8 cm

Condition:

Minor ancient ancient loss on the tip, with an all over oxidised patina. Presented on a custom display mount.