Acquisition number: 2004.02
Short sword, the hilt flanged for inlay and having an elongated crescentic guard. The terminals of the guard curve inwards and continue down the blade to give the impression of a triple rib.
Title: Short Sword - 2004.02
Acquisition number: 2004.02
Culture or period: Amlash culture.
Date: 13th - 10th century BC
Material: Metal - Bronze
Object type: Weapons
Dimensions: 345mm (l)
Origin region or location: Iran
Display case or on loan: 1
Keywords: Bronze Age, Short sword, Amlash
Charles Ede Ltd, Ancient Persian Bronzes.
2004.02
Short sword
Short sword, the hilt flanged for inlay and having an elongated crescentic guard. The terminals of the guard curve inwards and continue down the blade to give the impression of a triple rib. Amlash culture, 13th-10th century bc. 34.5cm.
Some corrosion, particularly to the flanges, but effectively complete, with a predominantly green to tan patina.
For examples with single rib to the blade, compare J.P. Barbier 202 and 205.
Presented by Dr Betty Meehan; from the collection of Professor Rhys Maengwyn Jones (1941-2001)
Charles Ede Ltd, Ancient Persian Bronzes