Bronze Age - Luristan Dirk with Stone Pommel > Lot No. 803

Description:
Circa 3rd millenium BC. The blade with central raised rib and with separate hollow perforated hilt and crescent quillon (with traces of fabric/leather present). Fitted with a heavy limestone pommmel, secured to the hilt tang with a large bronze circular washer.

Measurements:
620 grams, 47 cm overall.

Condition:
Fine, uncleaned with good patina. Scarce type.

References:
See M. M. Khorasani, Arms & Armour from Iran, p. 54, fig. 4 for a similar example.

Estimate: £300 - 500 (EUR 360 - 600; USD 480 - 790)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £300