Lot 1220

Five African Metal and Wood Weapons, two Zulu stabbing spears, with long metal blades, a Congo short

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Five African Metal and Wood Weapons, two Zulu stabbing spears, with long metal blades, a Congo short

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Five African Metal and Wood Weapons, two Zulu stabbing spears, with long metal blades, a Congo short sword with copper-wrapped handle, and two African battle axes with wood shafts, lg. 40 1/2, 39 1/2, 19, 34, and 30 in.

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Five African Metal and Wood Weapons, two Zulu stabbing spears, with long metal blades, a Congo short

Name: Five African Metal and Wood Weapons, two Zulu stabbing spears, with long metal blades, a Congo short
SKU: 126200743
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

Starting Price $100

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