Persia, 12th Century — A Khorasan bronze mace head

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Estimate: £2,000–£3,000 hammer ≈ $2,543–$3,815
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Sale: Bonhams — Islamic and Indian Art, London, New Bond Street · 21 May 2024
Record ID: TB-2026-380999
Record: first seen 20 Jul 2026 · updated 20 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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A Khorasan Bronze Mace Head, Persia, 12th Century. Bonhams, 21 May 2024, lot 24. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-380999.

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A Khorasan Bronze Mace Head, Persia, 12th Century. Bonhams, 21 May 2024, lot 24. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-380999.

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