Ancient Celtic Bronze Axe Heads
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Ancient Celtic Bronze Axe Heads
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Other (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 600 BC
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 29-92981stDibs: LU89116932953
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