Bronze arrowhead from the ancient Near East dated to the 2nd-1st millennium BC, reference ANT-A068. Small format projectile with functional morphology preserving authentic archaeological patina.
Minute examination under magnifying glass and raking light revealing a compact specimen with elongated morphology. Pointed tip designed for optimal penetration and base arranged for hafting on wooden shaft.
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Cast and shaped bronze structure, dimensions approximately 55 × 13 mm. Characteristic form of ancient Near Eastern projectiles.
Material: Cast and shaped bronze. Homogeneous brown-green archaeological patina with dark nuances. Ancient micro-wear and slight concretions consistent with prolonged burial. No modern restoration detected.
Period of advanced bronze metallurgy development in the Near East. Projectile weapons occupy a central place in military strategies, territorial defense and hunting activities. Production potentially linked to Elamite spheres and neighboring cultures of the ancient Iranian world.
Representative testimony of ancient Near Eastern weaponry. Utilitarian object with strong symbolic significance illustrating issues of survival, power and technical mastery. Relevant piece for ancient weapons collections, bronze metallurgy or Middle Eastern civilizations.
Documented provenance from old English private collection formed between 1980-1990. Delivered with certificate of authenticity and export license compliant with regulations.
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