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1910.5.3.1

Sword with slightly concave edges ending in diamond-shaped tip, with wooden grip with crescent-shaped pommel. For corresponding sheath see 1910.5.3.2.


1910.5.3.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
Sword with slightly concave edges ending in diamond-shaped tip, with wooden grip with crescent-shaped pommel. For corresponding sheath see 1910.5.3.2.
Geographical reference
Kasai Upper Kancha River Alela
Cultural groups
Mbuun
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1910
Date collected
By 1910
Acquisition information
Donated: 1910
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Material Iron Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Carved
Dimensions
Length: max 723 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1910.5.3.1

Search terms: Weapon, Sword, Sheath