Scythian Bronze A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendant. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)
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A Scythian bronze arrowhead-shaped pendant in excellent condition, dating to ca. 200 BC–200 AD, 38 × 8 mm and 4.20 g, acquired in 2015 in Barcelona from an auction house as part of a private Spanish collection.
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A beautiful arrowhead-shaped pendantof a Scythian bronze arrowhead.Excellent condition.
Scythian arrowheads are not merely weapons; they are historical documents that reflect the warfare, metallurgical technology, and aesthetics of ancient cultures. In the 5th and 4th centuries BC, the Scythians were a formidable force whose influence extended from the Danube to the Altai. Each such arrowhead embodies the spirit of steppe warfare and legend.
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.
The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Condition: Excellent solid condition, beautiful smooth patina.Look at many photos for your own impression.
Size arrowhead : 38 x 8 mm.
Weight: 4.20 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.
Scythian arrowheads are not merely weapons; they are historical documents that reflect the warfare, metallurgical technology, and aesthetics of ancient cultures. In the 5th and 4th centuries BC, the Scythians were a formidable force whose influence extended from the Danube to the Altai. Each such arrowhead embodies the spirit of steppe warfare and legend.
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.
The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Condition: Excellent solid condition, beautiful smooth patina.Look at many photos for your own impression.
Size arrowhead : 38 x 8 mm.
Weight: 4.20 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.
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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
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