No. 100020105

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Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Bronze Arrow head
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Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Bronze Arrow head

Ancient Greek / Eastern Mediterranean Bronze Arrowhead – circa 1200–800 BC Material: Bronze Dimensions: 8 × 1.3 cm Weight: 11.4 g Mounted on: Modern 17-inch faux leather string with gold-tone fitting A finely preserved ancient Bronze Age arrowhead, fashioned from solid bronze and exhibiting a beautiful green and turquoise patina formed over more than two millennia. The piece features a distinct central midrib and elongated triangular blade, tapering into a narrow tang — a design typical of Near Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean craftsmanship during the late Bronze to early Iron Age. Such arrowheads were not only used in warfare and hunting but also carried symbolic meaning, representing protection and courage. The current mounting transforms this ancient weapon fragment into a striking pendant, blending prehistoric artistry with modern presentation. Dating: Circa 1200–800 BC Origin: Likely Near East or Eastern Mediterranean region Condition: Excellent ancient condition with intact form and rich green patina; mounted for modern wear or display. Provenance: From an old European collection, acquired before 2000. On orders from outside EU a customs fees will be applied upod arrival to the destination country. (47)

No. 100020105

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Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Bronze Arrow head

Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Bronze Arrow head

Ancient Greek / Eastern Mediterranean Bronze Arrowhead – circa 1200–800 BC

Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 8 × 1.3 cm
Weight: 11.4 g
Mounted on: Modern 17-inch faux leather string with gold-tone fitting

A finely preserved ancient Bronze Age arrowhead, fashioned from solid bronze and exhibiting a beautiful green and turquoise patina formed over more than two millennia. The piece features a distinct central midrib and elongated triangular blade, tapering into a narrow tang — a design typical of Near Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean craftsmanship during the late Bronze to early Iron Age.

Such arrowheads were not only used in warfare and hunting but also carried symbolic meaning, representing protection and courage. The current mounting transforms this ancient weapon fragment into a striking pendant, blending prehistoric artistry with modern presentation.

Dating: Circa 1200–800 BC
Origin: Likely Near East or Eastern Mediterranean region
Condition: Excellent ancient condition with intact form and rich green patina; mounted for modern wear or display.
Provenance: From an old European collection, acquired before 2000.


On orders from outside EU a customs fees will be applied upod arrival to the destination country. (47)

Final bid
€ 130
Peter Reynaers
Expert
Estimate  € 280 - € 350

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