A Balkan Celt curved iron dagger or machaira
A Balkan Celt curved iron dagger or machaira, c. 2nd - 1st Century BC, with handle and blade forged as one piece with grooved hilt and inward cutting edge with blood groove near outer edge. L: 19 1/4 in (48.8 cm). A well-preserved, stable example! Ex Royal Athena Galleries, NY; Axel Guttman collection, Berlin.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A Balkan Celt curved iron dagger or machaira, c. 2nd - 1st Century BC, with handle and blade forged as one piece with grooved hilt and inward cutting edge with blood groove near outer edge. L: 19 1/4 in (48.8 cm). A well-preserved, stable example! Ex Royal Athena Galleries, NY; Axel Guttman collection, Berlin.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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