Ancient Greek Mycenaean Period Bronze Arrowhead 1500 -1100 B.C.

This is an exquisite piece of history - an arrowhead that was used by the skilled Achaean archers in Ancient Greece. It is made of durable bronze and has a unique V-shaped tanged design known as type VIIIb. This arrowhead belongs to the Bronze Age period, which lasted from around 1500 B.C. to the final phases of the Mycenaean era in 1100 B.C. - a time that coincided with the legendary Trojan War. It's fascinating to think about the battles that were fought with weapons like these.
 
REFERENCES: For related Greek - Achaean's V-shaped tanged arrowhead, please see:
1. http://www.salimbeti.com/micenei/weapons3.htm
2. https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/G_...
 
MEASUREMENTS: Overall length: 6.7 cm (2.64 inches)
 
CONDITION: It is in excellent condition for an antique combat bronze arrowhead that is over 3000 years old. No cracks or repairs. The surface is covered by its natural green patina and earth encrustation.
 
PROVENANCE: Ex Private old Canadian collection of antiques and antiquities formed in the 1980s.