Description

This bronze pick axe has been discovered in the northern part of Caucasus and dates back between 1200 and 1800 B.C.
This kind of weapon has asocket to insert a shaft and was casted using the lost wax method. This was a very maniable weapon as well as really deadly in piercing opponent’s armor and helmet.

Mounted on a custom stand

Condition

Superbe excavation patina with earth deposits remaining. No missing part or major lack of matter. Close to mint state.

Provenance

This artefact had been in a Russian private collection for more than 60 years.