Spear Head

European

ca. 10th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Spear Head
Date: ca. 10th century
Culture: European
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: L. 24 1/8 in. (61.2 cm); W. 1 1/4 in. (3.1 cm)
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1955
Object Number: 55.46.2
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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