281 - Assortment of ancient bronze projectile points and blades, primarily consistent with Luristan and Near Eastern typological forms from the Late Bronze to Early Iron Age. The collection features a diverse range of cast bronze shapes, including leaf-shaped, lanceolate, and trilobate arrowheads, along with larger spearheads. Several examples exhibit elongated tangs designed for insertion into wooden shafts, while others feature barbed bases or perforated tangs for pin attachment. Construction is characterized by central medial ridges and flat-section blades. The metal surfaces display heavy mineralization and a natural variegated patina ranging from deep forest green to bright turquoise, with areas of reddish-brown oxidation and localized surface pitting throughout the group. Largest: 6 1/4" x 1 1/2" x 1/4". Smallest 1 3/4" x 1". From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Assortment of ancient bronze projectile points and blades, primarily consistent with Luristan and Near Eastern typological forms from the Late Bronze to Early Iron Age. The collection features a diverse range of cast bronze shapes, including leaf-shaped, lanceolate, and trilobate arrowheads, along with larger spearheads. Several examples exhibit elongated tangs designed for insertion into wooden shafts, while others feature barbed bases or perforated tangs for pin attachment. Construction is characterized by central medial ridges and flat-section blades. The metal surfaces display heavy mineralization and a natural variegated patina ranging from deep forest green to bright turquoise, with areas of reddish-brown oxidation and localized surface pitting throughout the group. Largest: 6 1/4" x 1 1/2" x 1/4". Smallest 1 3/4" x 1". From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The collection is in excavated condition consistent with age and long-term burial. Observable wear includes blunted tips, irregular losses to the edges, and varying degrees of encrustation across all pieces. Several examples show bent or distorted tangs. Some blades exhibit surface pitting and stable oxidation. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.