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Rare / Large Luristan Bronze Hoe Axe

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Northwestern Iran, Luristan culture, ca. late 2nd to early 1st millennium BCE. Rare and large bronze hoe or pick axe. Heavy utilitarian implement with curved flaring blade with large rounded socket at end for insertion into a long wooden shaft. An interesting piece of ancient history!

Provenance: Ex - Estate of Julian Hovsepian, New York, acquired before 1980

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Rare / Large Luristan Bronze Hoe Axe

Name: Rare / Large Luristan Bronze Hoe Axe
SKU: 46248402
Price: 375 USD
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Estimate $500 - $750

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