Unique bone arrowhead made by the Khitan steppe people during the Chinese Liao Dynasty (907 AD - 1125 AD). It has a flat rectangular tang, precisely made grindings and is ended by a sharp tip, object was carved from wild animal organic material. Arrows were used by Kitan warriors as decorative elements of clothing and as a weapon during the huntings and on the field of battle. This is a very rare artifact that is a material testimony to the craftsmanship of China's imperial times. In order to show the arrowhead in its full splendor, it will be accompanied by a presentation stand! Very good condition - intact, well-preserved, without significant defects. Dimensions: 13 mm (W) x 79 mm (H) *On presentation stand - 91 mm (H) CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) Arrowhead is guaranteed to be an authentic object from the period stated. It is accompanied by a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity with all information about the artifact, its photos and unique number. Document is providing the owner of this object its lifetime authenticity warranty. PROVENANCE INFORMATION: (Invoice seen by Catawiki) Purchased by the current owner from ancient Asian art expert Z.D.L. private collection. Previous ownership history: - Private Hong Kong collection of the owner of an antique shop from Chinatown District in New York, USA (collected before the 70's) - Ancient Asian art expert Z.D.L. private New York, USA collection