Scythian Bronze A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendant. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Scythian bronze arrowhead pendant in excellent condition, dating to circa 200 bc–200 ad, mounted in a modern jewelry cap with a silver-toned finish, measuring 39 × 9.5 mm and weighing 3.30 g, acquired in 2015 from an auction in Barcelona as part of a European collection.

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A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendantof a Scythian bronze arrowhead.Excellent condition.

This arrowhead stands as a testament to the martial prowess and skill of the legendary Scythians—nomadic tribes that inhabited the Eurasian steppes during the Early Iron Age. Such three-sided bronze arrowheads were the primary weapon of Scythian horse archers, who struck terror into the armies of the ancient world. Each such artifact is not merely a weapon, but a key to understanding the military tactics and culture of this enigmatic civilization.

The three-lobed, socketed design is a classic example of Scythian weaponry, designed for maximum impact.
The tip is made of ancient bronze and has retained its original form. Its surface bears a noble, natural patina characteristic of objects of such age.
To make this ancient artifact suitable for wear as a pendant, it has been professionally and carefully set into a modern jewelry cap. The combination of raw, patinated bronze and a smooth, shiny silver-toned finish creates a stylish contrast, highlighting the value and antiquity of the point.The amulet comes with a faux leather jewelry cord.
Condition: Excellent solid condition, beautiful smooth patina.Look at many photos for your own impression.

Size arrowhead : 39 x 9.5 mm.
Weight: 3.30 grams
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, ​​Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.

A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendantof a Scythian bronze arrowhead.Excellent condition.

This arrowhead stands as a testament to the martial prowess and skill of the legendary Scythians—nomadic tribes that inhabited the Eurasian steppes during the Early Iron Age. Such three-sided bronze arrowheads were the primary weapon of Scythian horse archers, who struck terror into the armies of the ancient world. Each such artifact is not merely a weapon, but a key to understanding the military tactics and culture of this enigmatic civilization.

The three-lobed, socketed design is a classic example of Scythian weaponry, designed for maximum impact.
The tip is made of ancient bronze and has retained its original form. Its surface bears a noble, natural patina characteristic of objects of such age.
To make this ancient artifact suitable for wear as a pendant, it has been professionally and carefully set into a modern jewelry cap. The combination of raw, patinated bronze and a smooth, shiny silver-toned finish creates a stylish contrast, highlighting the value and antiquity of the point.The amulet comes with a faux leather jewelry cord.
Condition: Excellent solid condition, beautiful smooth patina.Look at many photos for your own impression.

Size arrowhead : 39 x 9.5 mm.
Weight: 3.30 grams
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, ​​Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.

Details

Culture
Scythian
Century/timeframe
200 bc-200 ad
Name of object
A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendant. In excellent condition.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2015
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
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Objects sold
99.48%
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