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A Zhou Dynasty bronze pick-axe head, China

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A Zhou Dynasty bronze pick-axe head, China

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Description

A Zhou Dynasty bronze pick-axe head, China, c. 1122 - 800 BC, with vertically oriented blade and solid tapering pick to either side of a rounded shaft hole. L: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Nicely patinated. Ex Boston private collection.

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A Zhou Dynasty bronze pick-axe head, China

Name: A Zhou Dynasty bronze pick-axe head, China
SKU: 61765535
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $180 - $250

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