Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.. Single-edged iron blade with ellipsoid-section bronze handle, openwork acanthus-leaf finial, bands of loose crosshatching to both faces. See Capwell, Dr. T., Knives, Daggers and Bayonets, London, 2009. 62 grams, 13.5 cm (5 3/8 in.).
Acquired on the British art market. From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector. [No Reserve]
Price realized | 65 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 60 GBP |