An Important Iberian Antenna Hilt Short Sword and Scabbard, ca. 4th - 3rd century BCE icebreaker M:Use for frame 6-12mm

M:Use for frame 6-12mm

and a  loop for attachment behind

The grip above the spoon is made from rings carved around the shaft

acquired in the early 1990's

private collection of Dr

An Important Iberian Antenna Hilt Short Sword and Scabbard, ca. 4th - 3rd century BCE icebreaker M:Use for frame 6-12mma fine example of type VI, Arcobriga Antenna sword, the acutely pointed, double edged leaf blade with twin fullers running parallel to the cutting edges and merging to a point, the heavy iron handle with a pommel featuring twin projecting boss "antenna" terminals. With accompanying scabbard, originally constructed of wood supported by a rigid iron frame and embossed plates, three rotating rings used to attach the weapon to a baldric. Background: It is