Early Bronze Age II
Bronze Catling Blade
Flat rectangular-tanged weapon cast in bronze; wide sloping shoulders with no rivet holes, tapering sharply to point; Catling type A.2.a, Philia culture exhibiting non-Cypriot influence; some pitting but otherwise in good condition; unprovenanced. Dimensions: Length: 14 centimetres; Width: 3 centimetres max. Object Type: blade Series: Catling type (A.2.a) Techniques: cast; riveted
Date
2300 - 1950 BC
Accession No.
1969,1231.41
Collection
British Museum
Provenance
- Found/Acquired: Nicosia (city)
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