Brief Summary:
This arrowhead has a leaf shape, which has retained its structure over the years. The patina is unique, and the age of the blade is apparent through such. There are minor chips present on the blade edges and tang. The tip of the arrowhead is relatively sharp, and the blade edges are relatively dull, due to the age of the blade. The piece appears to be either late bronze age or early iron age in origin, as the structure of the arrowhead and tang imply the usage of a mold which was common throughout the middle to late bronze age with arrowhead production. Towards the late bronze age, and early iron ages, molds for arrowheads were more readily accessible in relation to the expansion of trade networks and politics. Often, arrowheads in this condition, shape, and structure point to eastern Mediterranean origin, which by the period of the late bronze age (despite the various collapses in civilization) and early iron ages, had developed complex trade networks and means for metallurgical developments. While I wont speculate to its specific origin, I will proclaim a possible Mediterranean origin as pertaining to the patina, and the structure of tang and arrowhead. I would keep these arrowheads, but I do not have access to an electron scanning microscope, nor want to conduct acid tests(as to degrade the antiques). Overall, a great antique to add to your collection!
Probably
made in a mold, either in modern times with simulated patina, or in
ancient times, but with a cleaned surface of dirt and debris. I cannot
confirm this without an electron scanning microscope, acid analysis, or
other means. I am also trying to gather more information on the history
of the ownership of the item, as to rule out the possibly of replica or
genuine.
Brief Chemical Summary:
The arrowhead contains a copper and likely tin bronze mixture, with trace elements ranging from Arsenic, Lead, etc.
Brief Patina Summary:
The patina is a mix of CuO(s) and CuCO3(s), and can be briefly explained by understanding how the oxygen (O2(g)) in our atmosphere interacts with a given atom of an element(2Cu(s)) or molecule/formula unit within the base metal (bronze) to produce the green-blue like surface coat: 2Cu(s) + O2(g) -> 2CuO(s).
Terms of sale:
This item does not come with the blackbox background, and will only include the spearhead as shown in the picture, properly wrapped and protected as to ensure no damage is incurred during shipping. Domestically I will also include free shipping, and a 30 day return policy. Internationally, I will require a flat $16.99 shipping fee, and cannot provide returns. Feel free to message me upon any questions.
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