Brass hilt, a full length tang peined over the end of the brass hilt, representation of plaited rattan on the brass hilt—sounds more SE Asian than African. Is rattan used in this manner in Africa? The pommel could be a representation of a dugong rather than a hippo.
Last edited by Ian; 23rd December 2020 at 02:08 PM.
Reason: Added pics of dugong
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