A Northern Iranian bronze dagger, the hilt recessed for inlay, 13th - 10th century BC, Dagger probably made of two pieces, cast-on handle extending to the shoulder of the blade. The edges of the blade waisted and tapering toward the point. Flat, slightly domed central ridge. The handle with three central ribs. The lower part of the grip is fully embraced by the cornice while the ribbed central section and pommel are open, leaving a cavity for the now missing inlays. The pommel slightly bent at top and featuring a wide central bulge. Fine green pa, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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