9th-8th century BC. A bronze sword with original waisted hilt, cast with patterns of triangles and geometric decorative designs, the contemporary later added blade with five parallel grooves tapering towards the point; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. See similar in Malekzadeh, M., Hasanpur, A., Hashemi, Z., 'Fouilles (2005-2006) a Sangtarashan, Luristan, Iran' in Iranica Antiqua, vol.LII, 2017, pp.61-155, pl.32, no.205. 3 kg total, 60cm including stand (23 1/2"). Property of a central London gallery; previously in a private collection. The hilt of the sword belongs to the type A.2.d.1 according to the classification of Sangtarashan excavations. The hilt of the type A generally shows an imitation of the beaten borders. In the A2 specimens, the hilt is ornamented with two rings around the ricasso. Condition Report Fine condition.