11th century B.C.-3rd century A.D.. Comprising two arrowheads with foliate head and square-sectioned tang and three awls. Cf. Khorasani, M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006, cat.460, for the arrowheads. 45 grams total, 3.6-10.8 cm (1 3/8 - 4 1/4 in.).
The two arrowheads are similar to specimens found in Luristan. They belong to the type V of the Khorasani classification. The bow was widely used by the Luristan people. The shape of the blade is often flat or ovate in the cross section with lanceolate profile and two cutting edges.
Acquired prior to 2000. Ex private collection, Cambridgeshire, UK. [5, No Reserve]
Price realized | 20 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 30 GBP |