Luristan bronze sword

Oliver Pinchot · 8th October 2025, 10:19 PM

Almost certainly a tourist item.

Ian · 10th October 2025, 09:46 AM

Wayne, I'm going to join the chorus of those who think this is a decorative item made well within the last century, and has been "manipulated' to appear older. I won't discuss the features that are "wrong" on this one because those who make these deceptive versions can adapt their methods to overcome flaws in their work. Let's just say the patina and wear with age are unconvincing.

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8th October 2025, 10:19 PM	#1
Oliver Pinchot Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 470	Almost certainly a tourist item.

10th October 2025, 09:46 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,509	Wayne, I'm going to join the chorus of those who think this is a decorative item made well within the last century, and has been "manipulated' to appear older. I won't discuss the features that are "wrong" on this one because those who make these deceptive versions can adapt their methods to overcome flaws in their work. Let's just say the patina and wear with age are unconvincing.