Western Asiatic/Aegan, ca. 1200-700 BC. A group of three cast bronze spearheads, each a marvel of ancient metallurgy. Their triangular-shaped blades are characterized by a prominent midrib that runs down the center, lending them both strength and visual appeal. The shoulders of the spears extend downwards, leading to a pronounced shaft and tapering tang for easy attachment to a pole. The midrib of these spearheads is not only aesthetically pleasing but also serves to enhance their durability and effectiveness in combat. The pronounced shaft and tapering tang would have allowed for quick and easy attachment to a pole, creating a weapon that could strike from a distance with deadly accuracy. Cf. Muscarella, O. W. (1988). Bronze and Iron: Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York., p.291.Size: L:50-75mm / W:15-17mm ; 20gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.