A Luristan iron sword with exceptional bronze hilt, 9th – 8th century B.C.Iron sword with elaborately designed bronze hilt. From the iron blade only a short, expertly preserved piece is conserved. With an unusual hilt, beautifully decorated with rosettes and various geometric patterns. The hilt with wonderful patina. A rare piece from the early Iron Age of Luristan! Length 28 cm.Provenance: Southern German private collection. Acquired on the art market in the 1990s.Condition: II - III