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Unusual Old African Sword & Sheath

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Item Details

Description

A very stylized African hand made steel sword with unusual and elaborate appendages, and a well used old leather hide sheath. Origins unknown, Likely Congo region, central Africa. The sword measures 26 x 14 inches. provenance: The Dr Brian Healy estate, New York.

Condition

fair, weathered

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Unusual Old African Sword & Sheath

Name: Unusual Old African Sword & Sheath
SKU: 90962750
Price: 140 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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