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Bronze spearhead - socketed type; leaf-shaped blade; 2 loops, one +
Bronze spearhead - socketed type; leaf-shaped blade; 2 loops, one +
Object Number 40-13-60/9791
Display Title Bronze spearhead - socketed type; leaf-shaped blade; 2 loops, one +
Descriptions
Object Description Bronze spearhead - socketed type; leaf-shaped blade; 2 loops, one on either side as handle near base & in same plane as blade (2 pieces)
Inventory Description Metal, arms, spear point, socket end with two loops, central ridge, broken
Classification
  • Spear Point
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Shang Dynasty?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / China / Henan / <County> / Anyang
Materials Bronze
Dimensions Overall: 12.4 x 5 x 1.6 cm (4 7/8 x 1 15/16 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 40-13-60/9791

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