Halberd Head
Original Language TitleKo
CultureChinese
DateQin dynasty (221-206 B.C.E.)
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/4 × 1/4 × 8 5/8 inches (10.8 × 0.64 × 21.91 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number32-68/32
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DescriptionHalberd head with flattened blade and beveled edges. The vertical section for attachment also has beveled edges and is slightly pointed.
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