European Bronze Age Socketed Spearhead

Object Description

A fine European Bronze Age spearhead featuring a leaf shaped blade leading to a long socket with a small piercing used for attachment to a wooden shaft. A slightly raised midrib is visible along the centre with a further ridge parallel either side. The sides of the blade display a bevelled edge. The socket has been further embellished with an incised geometric design including a herringbone pattern.

Date: Circa 1200- 800 BC
Period: Bronze Age

Object History

From a German collection, pre 1970. Ex North American private collection, 1980s. Surrey, UK, collection,1990s.

Object Condition

Excellent condition, bright green patination visible across the whole surface. Some minor scratches to the surface.

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