10th-9th century B.C.. With rectangular-section mouth, integral collar developing to five vertical ribs on each broad face, two lateral loops; vent to each broad face, remains at casting sprue at collar. Cf. Novotná, M., Die Äxte und Beile der Slowakei, Abteilung IX Band 3, Munich, 1970, item 750, for type. 172 grams, 72 mm (2 7/8 in.).
The form with two lateral loops is unusual.
Private collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1990s, thence by descent. (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.)
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 90 GBP |
Estimate | 100 GBP |