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Luristan Bronze Dagger Blade - 11"L
Luristan Bronze Dagger Blade - 11"L
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Description
Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran and Southeastern Turkey, Luristan culture, ca. 1200 to 600 BCE. A striking dagger or short sword blade presenting a long slender body with a prominent, triple crested mid-rib running down the center. A guard and hilt would have attached to the bottom, and these were sometimes inlaid with wood or ivory. Weapons were invaluable possessions and a necessary form of protection for the semi-nomadic Luristan people. Swords and daggers eventually became symbols of elite status as they became more ornate. Carrying a fine sword indicated wealth or status as an elite warrior. One can imagine that anyone who even saw such a sword might think twice before inciting any unnecessary violence. Size: 11.1" L x 1.3" W (28.2 cm x 3.3 cm)

Provenance: private Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA collection; ex-Minerva Gallery; ex-Benjamin Vega, California, USA, acquired in 2006 to 2007; ex-Gene and Virginia George, brought to the USA from 1961 to 1966

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Condition
Missing tang. Some chipping to edges, but otherwise excellent with nice patina.
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Luristan Bronze Dagger Blade - 11"L

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