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AF651: Shona Sword |
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A good quality Shona "Bakatwa" sword of prestige, and ceremonial use. The wood handle is intricately carved and adorned with brass wire. The well forged blade has a Z shape that has one side bright, and the other side retains the fire scale producing a black color. An interesting purposeful contrast. Unfortunately no scabbard on this one. 20 inches overall with a 15 inch blade. Late 19th or early 20th century, Zimbabwe, Africa . ....$275.00 |
