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Ngombe Throwing Knife, African Arms

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Item Details

Description

Hand hammered iron Blade with old worn wooden handle. Such Throwing knives were often used in initiation ceremonies and thrown at young initiates, testing their skills. N'gombe or related peoples, Congo, Africa. Shipping weight 6 lbs.

Condition

Weathered and pitted iron blade, weathered wood handle, fair condition.

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Ngombe Throwing Knife, African Arms

Name: Ngombe Throwing Knife, African Arms
SKU: 61798886
Price: 50 USD
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