Hallstatt Bronze Pitchfork Weapon

Other European Pre AD 1000: item #976569
BD2597a

Now here is one you won't often find! Solid bronze two-spiked pitchfork from the Hallstatt culture that existed in central Europe around 1200 to 800 B.C. Thought to be related to the Celtic tribes, the Hallstatt existed in Austria and Hungary and produced some of the finest bronze work to come from the ancient world. This very unusual example may have been used as a weapon or purely for votive purposes, with incised decoration still clearly evident on one of the tines. Large example measurin... Click for details

Ancient Scythian gold plaque with stylized heads

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #963943
a958

A superb gold plaque in repousse depicting three stylized mythological animal heads emanating from the recessed centre. Originally the recesses would of been embellished with turquoise, now missing.

Dating to circa 5th century BC, Russian Steppes.

Measures 5.7cm diameter / 8.5cm height on stand.... Click for details

Ancient Eurasian bronze bulls head belt buckle

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #963831
a955

A beautiful Eurasian bronze belt buckle depicting a bulls head in frontal view with elaborate head piece. Extremely fine grade with superb green patina.

Dating to circa 5th-4th century BC, Steppes.

Measures 6.6cm height / 8cm height on stand.

Ex-private UK collection.

Ancient Scythian bronze eagle harness fitting

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #959994
a943

A pretty Scythian bronze harness fitting for a horse bridle decorated with an eagle with head facing backwards, Intact with nice patina, professionally cleaned and sealed with Renwax, comes with featured display stand.

Dating to circa 6th-4th century BC, Russian Steppes.

Measures 4cm height / 5cm height on display stand.... Click for details

Ancient Scythian bronze eagle harness fitting

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #959993
a942

A pretty Scythian bronze harness fitting for a horse bridle decorated with an eagle with head facing backwards, Intact with nice patina, professionally cleaned and sealed with Renwax, comes with featured display stand.

Dating to circa 6th-4th century BC, Russian Steppes.

Measures 4cm height / 5cm height on display stand.... Click for details

Ancient Danish neolithic large stone boat axe

Other European Pre AD 1000: item #957734
a941

A superb Danish grey stone boat axe with superb patina, intact & fine grade. Perforated through centre for attaching to wooden handle.

Dating to circa 4000-3000 BC.

Measures 15cm length.

Ex-private Danish collection.

SCYTHIAN GOLD ORNAMENTAL PLAQUETTE

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #957193
X46

Small round repousse gold (22 carats) plaquette depicting a bear among foliage. Used for ornamental purposes. Russia, Scythian culture, 500-300BC. In excellent condition. Some small cut. Diameter:3.5cm.

SCYTHIAN GOLD PLAQUETTE FROM RUSSIA

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #957190
X45

Small round repousse gold (22 carats) plaquette depicting the head of a bull. Used for ornamental purposes. Russia, Scythian culture, 500-300BC. In excellent condition. Diameter:2.5cm

Ancient Scythian Pazyryk bronze decorated razor

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #953768
a936

A rare Scythian decorated razor displaying typical Pazyryk culture etchings. One of the most sought after and interesting ancient cultures is the Pazyryk culture, with its swirling wave like patterns. This razor shows clear signs of years of useage wear on its cutting edge which still retains its sharpness.

Dating to circa 400-300 BC.

Measures ... Click for details

Ancient Scythian bronze knife with decorated handle

Other European: Scythian Pre AD 1000: item #953767
a935

A beautiful Scythian bronze knife with decorated blade and handle in the form of a mythical creature with head turned facing backwards. The blade decorated with linear etchings. A small loop on the end of the handle for attachment. Comes with display stand.

Dating to circa 400-300 BC.

Measures 14cm length / 6cm height on stand.... Click for details