
Geometric II
Ancient Cypriot Stone Anchor
Ancient Cypriot Stone Anchor, 1st millenium B. C. or earlier, limestone drilled with one hole. Tied with modern rope for display purposes. 22 x 19 x 3. 5 in. Donated to the Cyprus Museum by Sotiris Charalambous of Larnaca, Cyprus. Some chips to surface. Sale Price: $200
Classification
- Object type
- Unclassified
- Place of production
- Cyprus
- Date
- 1000 - 1 BC
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Provenance
- Cyprus Museum, Jacksonville
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