A large Luristan bronze sword, circa 1200 Bronze with a heavy greenish patina. Double-edged blade with a lenticular cross-section. Grip cast in one piece with a crescent-shaped blade attachment. Fluted, hollow grip, open work pommel. Cleaned and conserved excavation discovery. Length 77 cm. historic, historical, ancient world, ancient world, ancient times, object, objects, stills, clipping, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, thrusting, thrustings, hand weapon, hand weapons, melee weapon, melee weapons, handheld, blade, blades, weapon, arms, weapons, arms,

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